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Understanding the Experiences of Food Insecurity in Older Adult Households
Ronald H Aday1, J Brandon Wallace1, Sandra C Jones2
1Department of Sociology & Anthropology, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN, USA.
Journal of Gerontological Social Work
|July 14, 2022
Summary
Thirty percent of low-income older adults in Tennessee experience food insecurity, facing barriers like limited finances and poor health. Coping strategies include food stretching and community support.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Food insecurity significantly impacts the health and well-being of older adults.
- Addressing nutritional challenges in this vulnerable population is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- Assess the prevalence of food insecurity among low-income older adults in Tennessee.
- Examine barriers contributing to food insecurity.
- Explore the daily experiences of food-insecure older adults.
Main Methods:
- Mixed-methods approach utilizing semi-structured phone interviews.
- Sample of 434 low-income older adult households in Tennessee.
- USDA Adult 10-Item Household Screening Module used for assessment.
Main Results:
- 30% of the sample experienced marginal, low, or very low food security.
- Vulnerable groups (older women, widowed/divorced, poor health, below poverty line) were disproportionately affected.
- Key barriers included limited finances, transportation issues, health limitations, and psychological distress.
Conclusions:
- Food insecurity is a prevalent issue among low-income older adults, exacerbated by specific demographic and health factors.
- Effective coping strategies involve resourcefulness, community support, and government assistance.
- Recommendations for service providers are essential to mitigate food insecurity in this population.
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