Loneliness among homeless-experienced older adults with cognitive or functional impairments: qualitative findings from the HOPE HOME study

Loneliness among homeless-experienced older adults with cognitive or functional impairments: qualitative findings from the HOPE HOME study

Abstract Background Loneliness is more common in older adults and those who face structural vulnerabilities, including homelessness. The homeless population is aging in the United States; now, 48% of single homeless adults are 50 and older. We know little about loneliness among older adults who have...

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Main Authors: Yeqing Yuan, Kelly R. Knight, John Weeks, Stephen King, Pamela Olsen, Margot Kushel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-02-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Older adults
Loneliness
Homeless
Mental health
Social isolation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-18052-5

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