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A research and service oriented multilevel assessment instrument

M P Lawton, M Moss, M Fulcomer

    Journal of Gerontology
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    The Philadelphia Geriatric Center Multilevel Assessment Instrument (MAI) measures aged wellbeing across health, cognition, and social domains. This tool aids research and practical assessment for older adults.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Psychometrics
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Assessing the wellbeing of older adults is crucial for targeted interventions.
    • Existing instruments may not comprehensively capture the multifaceted nature of aging.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate the Philadelphia Geriatric Center Multilevel Assessment Instrument (MAI).
    • To assess the psychometric properties of the MAI across various domains relevant to aging.

    Main Methods:

    • The MAI systematically assesses behavioral competence in health, daily living, cognition, time use, social interaction, psychological wellbeing, and environmental quality.
    • Psychometric qualities of varying measure lengths were determined.
    • The MAI was administered to 590 older adults across community, in-home, and institutional settings.

    Main Results:

    • The MAI demonstrates utility in systematically measuring diverse aspects of older adult wellbeing.
    • The instrument's psychometric properties were evaluated across different domains and lengths.
    • Performance data were collected from independent residents, in-home clients, and institutional residents.

    Conclusions:

    • The MAI is a valuable tool for comprehensive wellbeing assessment in older populations.
    • Its systematic approach supports both research applications and practical service provision for the aged.

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