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A population-based study of environmental hazards in the homes of older persons

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  • Gill, T.M.
  • Williams, C.S.
  • Robison, J.T.
  • Tinetti, M.E.

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Objectives. This study sought to estimate the population-based prevalence of environmental hazards in the homes of older persons and to determine whether the prevalence of these hazards differs by housing type or by level of disability in terms of activities of daily living (ADLs). Methods. An environmental assessment was completed in the homes of 1000 persons 72 years and older. Weighted prevalence rates were calculated for each of the potential hazards and subsequently compared among subgroups of participants characterized by housing type and level of ADL disability. Results. Overall, the prevalence of most environmental hazards was high. Two or more hazards were found in 59% of bathrooms and in 23% to 42% of the other rooms. Nearly all homes had at least 2 potential hazards. Although age- restricted housing was less hazardous than community housing, older persons who were disabled were no less likely to be exposed to environmental hazards than older persons who were nondisabled. Conclusions. Environmental hazards are common in the homes of community-living older persons.

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  • Gill, T.M. & Williams, C.S. & Robison, J.T. & Tinetti, M.E., 1999. "A population-based study of environmental hazards in the homes of older persons," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 89(4), pages 553-556.
  • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1999:89:4:553-556_4
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    1. Eileen J. Porter, 2007. "Actions Taken by Frail Older Widows to Allow Home Care Providers Access to Their Homes," Clinical Nursing Research, , vol. 16(1), pages 44-57, February.
    2. Schafer, Markus H. & Upenieks, Laura, 2015. "Environmental disorder and functional decline among older adults: A layered context approach," Social Science & Medicine, Elsevier, vol. 124(C), pages 152-161.

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