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  • Sociology of Health
  • Community Health

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  • Global aging populations necessitate innovative long-term care solutions.
  • Informal support among older adults is encouraged but mechanisms are unclear.
  • Understanding stakeholder perspectives is crucial for effective community support initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Investigate mechanisms stimulating informal support among older people.
  • Explore stakeholder experiences in community-based support initiatives.
  • Identify factors influencing mutual aid in aging populations.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative multiple-case study of five Dutch initiatives.
  • Semistructured interviews with 23 stakeholders.
  • Abductive thematic analysis of interview data and documents.

Main Results:

  • Community initiatives foster mutual support through activities and facilities.
  • Initiatives build social cohesion on a community level (shared values, belonging).
  • Initiatives enhance individual capacity by creating opportunities, recognizing abilities, and motivating support.

Conclusions:

  • Policies should support informal care as a complement to formal systems.
  • Consideration of identified mechanisms can stimulate older adult mutual support.
  • Effective informal care networks enhance community-based aging in place.