End-of-Life Resources and Place of Death by Housing Type
Author Information
Author(s): Park Sojung, Kim BoRin, Shin Esther, Baek Jihye, Ryu Byeongju
Primary Institution: Washington University in St. Louis
Hypothesis
The study investigates how end-of-life resources influence the place of death in older adults based on their housing type.
Conclusion
Individuals in traditional homes are more likely to die at home, while those in senior housing often have unmet needs and are more likely to die in nursing homes.
Supporting Evidence
- Individuals in traditional homes receive high levels of social/family support.
- Low-income individuals in senior housing have high levels of unmet needs for functional help.
- Those in traditional homes are more likely to die at home compared to those in senior housing.
Takeaway
Where people live can affect where they die; those in regular homes often get more family support and die at home, while those in senior housing may need more help and end up in nursing homes.
Methodology
The study used multinomial regression analyses on data from twelve waves of the National Health and Aging Trend Study.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors influencing place of death beyond housing type and end-of-life resources.
Participant Demographics
Community dwellers who died during the study period, with a focus on income status and housing type.
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