Perceived Safety in Extra-Care Housing for Senior Residents

Lindahl, Lisbeth; Andersson, Morgan; Paulsson, Jan

doi:10.1080/02763893.2017.1393487

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“…Kim and Portillo (2018) and Carnemolla and Bridge (2019) validate the notion that home modification fosters independence through decreased care need. Communal space was one of the most frequently cited themes and presents increased opportunities for socialization (Berglund-Snodgrass & Nord, 2019; Lindahl et al, 2018; Orrell et al, 2013). The design features of communal space that affect variability of use and general satisfaction are flexibility and size.…”

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“…Insufficient space to maneuver and pass, inappropriate furniture design, lack of handrails, and lighting also affected fall rate (Kim & Portillo, 2018). Security involves concerns for social context and the surrounding neighborhood (Carnemolla & Bridge, 2014; Gobbens & van Assen, 2018; Lindahl et al, 2018; Orrell et al, 2013; Shin, 2018). Security is a subtheme which positively predicts residents’ QOL in ECH (Orrell et al, 2013).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Accessibility in a social or material context that supports aging, and spatiality where a strong cohesion naturally occurs, influenced residents' perception of safety (Berglund-Snodgrass & Nord, 2019). In addition, building design elements such as grabrails, which even if not presently used, affected future functional change (Lindahl et al, 2018). Environmental fall hazard was affected by poor accessibility, which increases fall risk (i.e., surface height, width, and slippery textures in the bathroom and kitchen).…”

Section: Thematic Mapping Variablesmentioning

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Housing With Care for Older People: A Scoping Review Using the CASP Assessment Tool to Inform Optimal Design

Jung

Uttley

Huang

2022

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Objective: The purpose of this scoping review is to synthesize and map available evidence on the design of “housing with care” (HWC) schemes to inform design decisions built on objective data from previous research, which is key to ensuring such schemes are fit for purpose for older people. Background: HWC is becoming increasingly recognized as a model for developing housing schemes for older people and balances independent living with elevated levels of care. However, as this scheme is still relatively novel, there are currently no established theoretical frameworks to inform design. Methods: Scoping review, thematic analysis, and mapping methods were used to comprehensively search for and synthesize evidence that links design with assessments of quality-of-life data for HWC schemes. Study findings for each included paper were subject to data extraction for inductive analysis, and the quality of each study was assessed using a modified critical appaisal skills programme (CASP) checklist. Results: Our searches yielded 821 unique references, of which 18 unique articles met the inclusion criteria. The outcomes of interest were the design considerations or features in HWC schemes and their impact on the residents. The main themes identified were related to design element, accessibility, maneuverability, views, design procedure, and quality of life (QOL). Further subthemes identified across papers were identified to create a comprehensive map of the key features to consider in designing HWC schemes. Conclusion: This review provides an initial framework for designers and architects to (1) understand the effect of each design element of HWC and (2) inform design to ultimately improve the QOL of aged people.

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Jung

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Huang

2022

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“…It is possible that the interconnectedness and varying emphasis of different dimensions can be explained by differences in physical mobility, personality, support networks and expectations. At a social level, previous international studies have revealed that the social context provided in sheltered housing contributes to a sense of security and a stronger feeling of personal responsibility to maintain wellbeing (Cook et al, 2016;Lindahl et al, 2018), but may also result in superficial relationships due to concerns related to gossip (Percival, 2000;Herbers and Meijerling, 2015). The results of this study related to the social context revealed social tensions as a hindrance to thriving, but also highlighted the significance of positive relationships between residents, illustrated by the reciprocal help received in sheltered housing, as well as the concerns towards neighbours' declining health.…”

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‘100 metres to the liquor store and 300 meters to the cemetery’ – individual, social, environmental and organisational facilitators and barriers to thriving in Swedish sheltered housing models

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In Sweden, sheltered housing is a housing model that provides accessible apartments with elevated social possibilities for older people. The environment within sheltered housing is expected to support resident health and reduce the need for care services. A previous study has shown that with increasing levels of depressive mood and decreasing levels of self-rated health and functional status, those residing in sheltered housing report higher levels of thriving compared to those ageing in place. Therefore, the aim of this study was to illuminate aspects of sheltered housing that are facilitators and/or barriers to thriving. Seven semi-structured group interviews in five different sheltered housing accommodations in Sweden were conducted between April 2019 and January 2020 (N = 38). The results, analysed using qualitative content analysis and presented in a model developed by Grol and Wensing, illuminate the four main categories of facilitators and barriers to thriving: individual factors, social context, environmental factors and organisational context. The results of this study show that the factors that influence experiences of thriving in sheltered housing are multifaceted and interconnected. Although the supportive environment provided in sheltered housing seems to contribute to thriving, the limited consideration towards the shifting health of residents is a barrier to thriving. The results of this study may assist in implementing tailored interventions to help support thriving on various levels.

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“…Another R&D report highlights the importance of self-management and the possibility to remain and age in one place as key factors for the elderly's experience of safety within the ECH (Lindahl, 2015). There are limited peer-reviewed studies to date on social well-being within the ECH in Sweden (e.g., Lindahl, Andersson, & Paulsson, 2018). This study adds to this small yet growing body of literature by particularly examining the space-time situatedness of residing within an ECH.…”

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The Continuation of Dwelling: Safety as a Situated Effect of Multi-Actor Interactions Within Extra-Care Housing in Sweden

Berglund-Snodgrass

Nord

2019

Journal of Housing For the Elderly

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This article examines the space-time situatedness of residing within extra-care housing (ECH) in Sweden. EHC constitutes an example of ordinary housing but is often categorized, along with senior housing, as "in-between housing." What differentiates the extra-care housing from the ordinary is an age limit for moving in, the provision of communal facilities, and the presence of staff at certain times each week. Two housings with different environmental and architectural conditions have been analyzed through spatial analyses, observations, and interviews with residents (n ¼ 18). The article concludes that the two different assemblings enabled two very different possibilities for accessing "safe aging." One offered opportunities for the continuation of identities which contributed to feelings of safety, and one demanded the reconstitution of identities for developing meaning in the new housing.

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Perceived Safety in Extra-Care Housing for Senior Residents

Cited by 10 publications

References 22 publications

Housing With Care for Older People: A Scoping Review Using the CASP Assessment Tool to Inform Optimal Design

Housing With Care for Older People: A Scoping Review Using the CASP Assessment Tool to Inform Optimal Design

‘100 metres to the liquor store and 300 meters to the cemetery’ – individual, social, environmental and organisational facilitators and barriers to thriving in Swedish sheltered housing models

The Continuation of Dwelling: Safety as a Situated Effect of Multi-Actor Interactions Within Extra-Care Housing in Sweden

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