This study focused on meanings of health, housing, independence and aging among low-
income adults age 55 and older who live in, or are on a waiting list for, publicly subsidized
rental housing. The purpose was to learn how low-income older adults perceive their
independence and health, and how their place of residence contributes to these
perceptions, as well as related perceptions of self. Qualitative data were collected using in-
person narrative interviews with 45 individuals and a second photo elicitation interview with …