OLDER MIGRANTS IN THEIR SOCIAL CONTEXTS
2024

Understanding Older Migrants and Their Social Contexts

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Author Information

Author(s): Ritter Ashley, Glicksman Allen, Diederich Freya

Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US

Conclusion

The well-being of older migrants is significantly influenced by their social, institutional, and governmental contexts.

Supporting Evidence

  • Older migrants rely more on family and social networks for support.
  • Environmental factors significantly impact the health of older adults.
  • The papers explore various aspects of older migrants' experiences.

Takeaway

Older people who move to new places need help from family, friends, and services to stay healthy, and this help can change based on where they live.

Methodology

The studies used various research methods including surveys, qualitative inquiries, secondary data analyses, and literature reviews.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.1672

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