Work

A GIS Analysis of East Asian Care Gaps in Residential and Assisted Living Facilities in Vancouver, Canada

Year: 2019

Type: article

Abstract: Residential care and assisted living services provide support to seniors who may not have the ability to live independently. However, East Asian residents often do not have sufficient access to culturally specific activities, which may result in psychosocial stress and isolation. This study presents a geographic analysis method to evaluate spatial distribution of culturally tailored senior care facilities in Metro Vancouver. We identify geographical disparities, indicating that many East Asian seniors have poor local access to a culturally tailored facility. We recommend the use of geographical analysis techniques to improve the analysis and planning for senior care in an increasingly diverse population.

Source: Journal of Housing for the Elderly

DOI: 10.1080/02763893.2018.1534177

Authors: Blake Byron Walker, Sarah L. Canham, Andrew Wister, Mei Lan Fang

Institutions: University of Dundee, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Simon Fraser University, Heriot-Watt University

Language: English

Topic: Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2910555119