Housing adaptations and older adults' health trajectories by level of initial health: evidence from the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In many ageing societies, the housing stock is poorly designed to meet the needs of older people with health limitations. Housing adaptations may enable older people to retain functional ability in the home, improve well-being and reduce the risks of falls. There is mixed evidence on whether adaptations are most beneficial for those who have limitations or whether they have a greater impact if implemented before people experience substantial disability. This study aimed to identify socio-demographic factors associated with obtaining housing adaptations and whether and how the impact of adaptations on changes in mental and physical health varied by initial level of health measured using objective indicators.

Methods

We used data from the English Longitudinal Study

SUBMITTER: Wu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11831028 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature