Understanding Unmet Care Needs of Rural Older Adults with Chronic Health Conditions: A Qualitative Study.

Dennis AsanteCraig S McLachlanDavid PicklesVivian Isaac

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2023)

Older adults confront four broad ranges of unmet needs: Chronic disease management care, specialist care, psychological care, and formal care. There are potential facilitators, such as self-efficacy, provider positive attitudes, and social support, that could be leveraged to improve healthcare services access for older adults.

Keyphrases

healthcare
palliative care
quality improvement
social support
affordable care act
physical activity
pain management
mental health
public health
climate change
risk assessment