Common Factors That Enhance the Quality of Life for Women Living in Their Own Homes or in Aged Care Facilities

Abstract

A qualitative study of older women living in their own homes and older women living in aged care facilities found that the concerns of the women living in their own homes were the realities of life for the residents in the aged care facilities. Twenty-five female residents across two facilities and 11 older women living in their own homes were interviewed. The positive outcomes of aging at home are relevant and desirable for residents of aged care facilities. A smooth transition from community living to residential aged care involves retaining some of these positive aspects of their lives.

Keywords:

• quality of life
• aged care facility
• older women
• aging in place
• personal loss