Aging in (Privatized) Places: Subsidized Housing Policy and Seniors

McFadden, Erica; Lucio, Joanna

doi:10.1080/02763893.2014.930364

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“…Less is known about the implications this transformation has on “aging in place” older residents and residents with disabilities who make up more than half of public housing residents (Cunningham, Popkin, & Burt, 2005). Persons who are aging in place are a poorly understood population, for they are in need of permanent housing, but are often grappling with complex health and financial issues that compromise their integration into fair market housing (McFadden & Lucio, 2014). Studies report that older, subsidized housing residents have a lot of difficulties carrying out basic activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) than unsubsidized renters (Gibler, 2003) or home owners (Redfoot & Kochera, 2004).…”

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Leveraging Resilience: Evidence From the Management of Senior Low-Income Housing

Lucio

McFadden

2015

The American Review of Public Administration

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Although public and private management approaches have been frequently analyzed for their outcomes along the lines of efficiency and equity, their relationship to fostering community resilience has been understudied. Public housing has undergone a market-based transition, devolving management and operations of its sites or tenants to private management companies. This multi-site case study evaluates different management contexts to understand how management processes encourage or discourage community resilience. Findings include that management can play an integral role in developing community resilience by providing spaces and opportunities for community engagement and resident empowerment. To better navigate in an era of austerity measures, this article recommends practitioners actively leverage and invest in citizen strengths to build more resilient programs.

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McFadden

2015

The American Review of Public Administration

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“…Studies evaluating more intensive resident support services show mixed results (Diwan, et al, 2018;McFadden & Lucio, 2014). There was no clear evidence that admissions to nursing homes and mortality were lowered due to access to these services when compared with those living in subsidized housing.…”

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“…housing and health and commit to adults with disabilities and the growing older population needing subsidized and supportive housing in the community (McFadden & Lucio, 2014). The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development should prioritize housing safety, supported housing (mental health services, health education), social support and health.…”

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Strengthening Health in Mixed-Age Housing Communities

Bowland,

Hines-Martin

2020

Journal of Health and Human Services Administration

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The aim of this article is to present the findings of a secondary analysis of quantitative data collected from a public housing community composed of older and disabled adults (n=100) ages 18–92 (Study 1 -2011) and relate these findings to a subsequent qualitative study (Study 2 -2015) completed in the same community. Both study samples included community residents who resided in three high rise buildings situated in one square block in a metropolitan setting. Both older and younger residents’ concerns, including perceived health, psychological and social needs were analyzed using Bronfenbrenner's social ecology framework. Community residents were predominately African-American with 77% over 50 years of age. Most study measures identified little difference between the older and younger groups. Key physical, social and environment challenges identified included: chronic medical conditions, abuse and safety, psychological distress, and social isolation. A subsequent qualitative study was conducted with older women (50+) within the same community (2015). The qualitative study focused on the life course experiences of women (n = 25) who were survivors of interpersonal trauma. All groups in both the quantitative secondary data analysis and the qualitative study reported low functioning in health and mental health. They also reported social isolation and safety concerns. Identifying the health and well-being related needs of individual housing communities and examining experiences and perceptions of residents should become a priority in designing community interventions to reduce health disparities and improve health and quality of life for members of vulnerable populations. Entities and providers focused on this population should carefully examine how environmental influences such as social isolation and safety concerns impact chronic physical and mental health outcomes.

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“…In comparison, housing choice vouchers might provide applicants a wider range of housing types and neighborhoods. However, adults with mobility problems may have difficulty using a HCV because doing so requires the applicant to locate rental properties that meet their needs, pass a required HUD inspection, and accept below market rate rents (Cremin, 2000;Finkel & Buron, 2001;McFadden & Lucio, 2014;Popkin, Cunningham, & Burt, 2010). Economic forces such as low vacancy and high market rates present challenges to HCV holders who must compete with persons who pay market rates (Finkel & Buron, 2001).…”

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Differential Health and Social Needs of Older Adults Waitlisted for Public Housing or Housing Choice Vouchers

Carder

Luhr

Kohon

2016

Journal of Aging & Social Policy

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Affordable housing is an important form of income security for low-income older persons. This article describes characteristics of older persons waitlisted for either public housing or a housing choice voucher (HCV; previously Section 8) in Portland, Oregon. 358 persons (32% response rate) completed a mailed survey with questions about demographics, health and housing status, food insecurity, and preference for housing with services. Findings indicate that many waitlisted older persons experienced homelessness or housing instability, poor health, high hospital use, and food insecurity. Public housing applicants were significantly more likely to report lower incomes, homelessness, and food insecurity than HCV applicants. We conclude with policy implications for housing and health agencies that serve low-income older persons.

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Aging in (Privatized) Places: Subsidized Housing Policy and Seniors

Cited by 14 publications

References 33 publications

Leveraging Resilience: Evidence From the Management of Senior Low-Income Housing

Leveraging Resilience: Evidence From the Management of Senior Low-Income Housing

Strengthening Health in Mixed-Age Housing Communities

Differential Health and Social Needs of Older Adults Waitlisted for Public Housing or Housing Choice Vouchers

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