Social Isolation and Loneliness Prevention among Rural Older Adults Aging-in-Place: A Needs Assessment

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Surveyed 82 rural older adults aging in place in rural Appalachian Tennessee to determined local factors contributing to social isolation and loneliness. Discusses neighborhood conditions, interpersonal relationships and activities, health status, and sociodemographic characteristics. Offers rural-specific strategies for addressing social isolation and loneliness in rural communities.

Jodi L. Southerland, Shimin Zheng, Kayla Dodson, et al.

Frontiers in Public Health, 12, 1404869

10/2024

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Aging and aging-related services · Appalachia · Elderly population · Social connectedness · Statistics and data · Tennessee