Facilitators for Baby Boomers' Social Participation in Canada and Spain
Author Information
Author(s): Valpuesta Dolores Majón, Levasseur Melanie
Primary Institution: Université de Sherbrooke
Hypothesis
What influences the social participation of baby boomers in Quebec and Spain?
Conclusion
The study identifies key facilitators that enhance social participation among baby boomers, including accessibility, availability, positive image, socioeconomic and health status, and motivation.
Supporting Evidence
- Accessibility includes a welcoming environment and virtual options to overcome transportation issues.
- Availability allows for flexible participation without high commitment.
- A positive image is fostered by being recognized and respected in intergenerational settings.
- Socioeconomic and health status influences participation through low-cost activities and adaptations to limitations.
- Motivation is driven by feeling useful and having the freedom to choose activities based on personal values.
Takeaway
Baby boomers in Canada and Spain want to participate in social activities, and there are specific things that can help them do that, like making activities easy to access and flexible.
Methodology
Two qualitative studies with 53 individual and 12 group interviews.
Limitations
The studies may not capture all factors influencing social participation as they are qualitative and context-specific.
Participant Demographics
107 baby boomers and 52 community representatives from Quebec and Spain.
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