"I make myself get busy": Resilience and social connection among low-income older adults living in subsidized housing.
Marcela D BlinkaSuzanne M Dolwick GriebTsai-Tong LeeSamantha HoggKatherine L RungeAndre NogueiraNicole WilliamsLaura PrichettCarl A LatkinJoseph J GalloCynthia M BoydThomas K M CudjoePublished in: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (2024)
Participants in subsidized housing shared their experiences before and during this unique crisis highlighting the challenges they face, as well as their resilience and adaptability when facing challenges. Our findings underscore the significance of community activation, demonstrating that activities motivated older adults to improve their well-being. Additionally, the role of technology in maintaining connections proved to be crucial.