An Exploration of the Occupational Adaptation of Older Adults Living in Low-Income Housing During the Pandemic

Aubin, Ginette; Marcoux, Lyson; Larivière, Nadine; Lord, Marie-Michèle; Thibault, Sarah-Maude; Langlois, Corinne; Lefebvre, Andréanne

doi:10.1080/01634372.2022.2139318

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“…These results are consistent with other studies that reported eating and lifestyle changes ( Di Renzo et al, 2020 ); finding new ways of doing and creating structure ( Carlsson et al, 2022 ; and coping through seeking social support, and occupational adaptation ( Lee et al, 2022 ). Likewise, in a study of older adults living in low-income housing, a supportive social network, access to technologies and a positive attitude seemed to promote occupational adaptation ( Aubin et al, 2022 ).…”

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“…Younger and middle-aged adults were more successful than older adults in using technology to these ends ( Lee et al, 2022 ). Studies of older adults early on in the pandemic, ( Carlsson et al, 2022 ; Rotenberg et al, 2021 ) and those living in low-income housing ( Aubin et al, 2022 ) note experiences of disruption to daily activities with adapting through a supportive social network, use of technology for connecting with others, creating structure through activities at home, creating enjoyable moments and focussing on the positive.…”

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Adopting new habits and routines in response to COVID-19 lockdown disruptions: A qualitative study

Kessler,

Boudreau,

Maitland

et al. 2024

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Introduction: COVID-19-related restrictions resulted in changes to time use and occupational participation, impacting individual and collective well-being. This study addressed a knowledge gap concerning the adaptive process during periods of occupational disruption. We explored the experience of occupational disruption and how people managed disruption during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: We used a qualitative descriptive approach and interviewed 18 participants of a larger survey study of time use during the COVID-19 pandemic undertaken around a medium-sized city in Canada. Transcript analysis was conducted inductively using conventional content analysis. Findings: Two overarching themes were constructed during data analysis: The Disruption Experience and Adopting New Habits and Routines. In the face of disruption, participants described a sense of loss and disconnection, and challenges with time management. Establishing new habits and routines required new learning associated with increased time and flexibility, connecting with others and health and wellness. Conclusion: During changing pandemic restrictions, participants expressed a sense of loss, disconnection and time management challenges associated with occupational disruptions, but also described ways they adapted, improving their health and well-being. Strategies identified through this work may be used to enhance adaptation during disruptions. Future research should explore differences in adaptation, among more diverse populations.

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