Barriers to Community Food Resources Among Older Adults: Perceptions of Providers and Older Adult Stakeholders
2024
Barriers to Food Resources for Older Adults
Sample size: 21
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Groden Sheryl
Primary Institution: University of Michigan Flint
Hypothesis
What are the barriers and challenges in food accessibility for older adults in Flint, Michigan?
Conclusion
Older adults in Flint face significant barriers to accessing food, including gaps in communication and a lack of awareness about available resources.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults were unaware of food distribution options available to them.
- Communication barriers included literacy issues and language barriers.
- Many older adults do not use digital apps to find food resources.
Takeaway
Older people in Flint have a hard time getting food because they don't know where to find it or what help is available.
Methodology
Qualitative data was collected through four focus group sessions.
Limitations
The study is based on qualitative data from a limited number of focus groups.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 15 older adults aged 65 and older and six professionals from food distribution agencies.
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