Optimizing Voluntary Work Design for Healthy Aging: Rethinking Volunteer Engagement
2024
Optimizing Volunteer Work Design for Healthy Aging
Sample size: 258
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lu Shiyu
Primary Institution: The University of Hong Kong
Hypothesis
The study investigates the relationship between role engagement in volunteering and subjective well-being among older adults.
Conclusion
The study found that role engagement in volunteering significantly correlates with subjective well-being in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Role engagement of volunteers significantly correlates with subjective well-being.
- Organizational support is linked to improved subjective well-being.
- Task significance influences subjective well-being through role engagement.
Takeaway
Volunteering can make older people feel happier, especially when they feel supported and find their tasks meaningful.
Methodology
Cross-sectional study involving volunteers aged 60 and above.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors influencing subjective well-being.
Participant Demographics
Volunteers aged 60 and above in Hong Kong.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.014
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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