Communication Matters: Loneliness in Senior Living Communities During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Lindsay R WilkinsonJulie L MastersJulie Blaskewicz BoronPublished in: Innovation in aging (2024)
Provider communication in times of disruption from normal activities, such as with the COVID-19 pandemic, is important to perceptions of loneliness among those living in SLCs, particularly for those with lower educational attainment. SLCs are communities that individuals select to reside in, and through communication, providers may have the opportunity to positively affect resident experiences, especially in times of stress.