A qualitative study to examine hidden care burden for older adults with overweight and obesity in England.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The study aimed to explore the phenomena related to formal and informal social care needs among overweight and obese older adults living in England.

Background

Despite the rising prevalence of obesity among older adults, its impact on social care needs remains underexplored. Existing research highlights significant unmet social care needs among older adults, yet the specific challenges faced by those who are overweight or obese have received limited attention. This study addresses this gap by exploring and understanding the social care experiences and needs of older adults in England who are overweight or obese.

Methods

Participants were recruited from a local National Health Service (NHS) health centre in London England using a purposive sampling strategy

SUBMITTER: Ghosh G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11922259 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature