Loneliness is prevalent in adults aged≥ 65 years in the United States and is associated with
functional decline. The purpose of the current review was to synthesize evidence on the …

Purpose Delaying the onset of disabilities is a social challenge, especially in an aging
society. Social isolation (SI) and metabolic syndrome (MetS) can coexist and pose the risks …

Introduction: Delaying the onset of disability is important for maintaining independence and
quality of life in community-dwelling older adults. Given that social isolation is a significant …

The living difficulties of asylum seekers in receiving countries may impair their mental health.
Based on the Social Capital Theory, the current study sought to identify social factors that …

Introduction: This study aimed to identify the different types of social networks among young-
old adults, and to examine the transitions in social networks as they become old-old adults …

Objective Optimism, social support, and spirituality can be important factors related to
coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) stress. However, studies investigating the influence …

Data from the Vietnamese Aging and Care Survey (VACS) showed the high prevalence of
disability, depressive symptoms, and cognitive impairment in older Vietnamese immigrants …

Using data from Vietnamese-origin older immigrants/refugees in the Houston, Texas area,
we assessed their overall health, chronic conditions, disability, depressive symptoms, and …

Introduction Transportation barriers can affect travel needs and quality of life. Methods This
survey examined transportation, routine activities, and unmet travel needs among older …

Background: In-Home Supportive-Services (IHSS) caregivers provide personal care
assistance to low-income older adults. According to the California Social Service …