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Living the Dream-Housing Perceptions and Quality of Life of Older People Living in Manufactured Home Villages

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study aimed to examine the quality of life (QoL) of manufactured home village (MHV) residents and their perceptions of village life. Surveys of 259 residents aged ≥60 years living in two MHV communities in New South Wales, Australia was undertaken. QoL scores were like that of older people in Australia generally. Residents mostly reported positive perceptions of village life. Higher QoL scores were associated with living with someone and perceptions that village supports were available. Given the housing crisis in Australia and elsewhere, MHVs may be an affordable housing option where older people can enjoy a good QoL.

Source: Journal of Aging and Environment

DOI: 10.1080/26892618.2024.2389530

Authors: Jill Hall, Megan Freund, Joshua Dizon, Robert Sanson-Fisher, Balakrishnan R. (Kichu) Nair

Institutions: Hunter Medical Research Institute, University of Newcastle Australia, Newcastle University, Hunter New England Local Health District

Language: English

Topic: Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

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

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: Hunter Medical Research Institute