Engaging Community-Dwelling Older Adults in Research: Qualitative Substudy of Factors Impacting Participation
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Older adults participate in community research for future planning and community benefit. Tailoring communication and using trusted local connections are key to overcoming participation barriers like skepticism and communication challenges.
Area Of Science
- Gerontology
- Community Health
- Qualitative Research Methods
Background
- Community-level data collection is vital for aging well initiatives.
- Data informs policies, identifies health needs, and ensures equitable resource distribution for older adults.
- Innovative data collection supports aging in place and community well-being.
Purpose Of The Study
- To identify older adults' motivations for research engagement.
- To understand barriers to older adult participation in community-based research.
- To inform strategies for effective community-based research with older adults.
Main Methods
- Qualitative semistructured interviews with 27 older adults (mean age 77).
- Purposeful sampling prioritized rural, multi-morbid, and diverse ethnic participants.
- Thematic analysis of interviews and community coordinator meeting minutes.
Main Results
- Primary motivations for participation: future planning and community contribution.
- Key barriers: communication challenges, fear of scams, and institutional skepticism.
- Participants desired practical outcomes, especially for aging-in-place supports.
Conclusions
- Tailored communication strategies are essential for engaging older adults in research.
- Leveraging trusted community members and addressing institutional skepticism can improve participation.
- Framing research as community-driven and future-oriented enhances resonance with older adults.
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