Barriers to Volunteering for Older Adults with Disabilities
Author Information
Author(s): Nickrent Megan, Rehman Haseeb, Sharp Bethanie, Koon Lyndsie, Rogers Wendy
Primary Institution: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Hypothesis
Understanding the barriers faced by older adults with disabilities can help facilitate their participation in volunteering.
Conclusion
Identifying and addressing the barriers to volunteering can improve the quality of life for older adults with disabilities.
Supporting Evidence
- Volunteering is linked to better health and less depression for older adults.
- Participants faced challenges like lack of accommodations and doubts about their abilities.
Takeaway
Older adults with disabilities want to volunteer, but they face challenges that make it hard for them to do so.
Methodology
An archival analysis of data from the Aging Concerns, Challenges, and Everyday Solution Strategies study was performed.
Limitations
The study is based on self-reported data from a small sample of participants.
Participant Demographics
Older adults aged 60-79 with vision, hearing, or mobility disabilities.
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