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Keith A Anderson1, Holly I Dabelko-Schoeny
1College of Social Work, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43210-1162, USA. anderson.1630@osu.edu
Abstract:
Civic engagement has been found to be associated with a number of emotional and physical benefits for older adults. For those residing in nursing homes, however, opportunities for civic engagement are limited. Societal barriers such as ageism and practical issues such as transportation can limit their access to activities that promote civic engagement. In this article, we review past research on civic engagement for older adults and explore the challenges and barriers faced by nursing home residents. We conclude with a call for social work professionals to develop, implement, and evaluate interventions that increase civic engagement opportunities for this undervalued group.
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