Residential Choices and Experiences of Older Adults

<p>Based on the <i>Pathways to Life Quality</i> longitudinal research study this book explores the ways in which older adults' residential choices impact their health and well-being. The study examines the factors associated with life quality for persons living on their own in the local community as well as those in various housing arrangements such as a continuing care retirement facility adult home income-subsidized housing and senior apartments. Topics include plans and adjustment to moving; role identities; social relationships participation and integration; health and activity patterns; and coping with life events.</p>