Impact of Domestic Workers on Elderly Social Participation
Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Youjuan, Bai Xue
Primary Institution: The Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Hypothesis
Does having domestic workers at home improve the social participation and well-being of elderly individuals?
Conclusion
Having domestic workers at home is linked to better social participation, increased volunteering, and more engagement in learning activities among older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Having an MDW at home was associated with enhanced social participation.
- Older adults with MDWs had increased odds of participating in volunteering.
- Older adults with MDWs were more likely to engage in learning activities.
Takeaway
Older people who have help at home from domestic workers tend to be more active in their communities and learn new things.
Methodology
Data was collected from the Panel Study of Active Ageing and Society, using self-reported measures of social participation, volunteering, and learning activities.
Participant Demographics
Cantonese-speaking residents aged ≥50 years in Hong Kong, with an average age of 64.2 years and 53.5% women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.05-1.81; 95% CI: 1.60-3.53
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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