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Factors Affecting Older Adult's Quality of Life - Coggle Diagram
Factors Affecting Older Adult's Quality of Life
WHOQOL (WHO, 2012)
Physical Capacity
Pain/discomfort, energy and fatigue, and sleep and rest.
E.g., Perceived pain physical sensations such as stiffness, aches, long-term or short-term pain.
Psychological
Positive feelings, self-esteem, negative feelings, memory and concentration, body image and appearance.
E.g., Learning, memory, concentration and ability to
make choices.
Level of Independence
Mobility, activities of daily living, dependence on medication/treatments, and work capacity.
e.g., Ability to be mobile without the help of
others regardless of the methods used.
Social Relationships
Personal relationships, social support, and sexual activity.
E.g., Support from family and friends, specifically how they might
might depend on their support during a crisis.
Environment
Financial resources, physical safety and security, home environment, home and social care, physical environment.
E.g., What an individual can afford or cannot afford might influence their quality of life.
Spirituality/Religion/Personal Beliefs
Religious beliefs (e.g. Buddhist, Christian,
Hindu, Muslim, and etc.) and spiratuality
E.g.,personal beliefs and spirituality are a source of comfort and well-being,
Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQOL) (CDC, 2018)
Individual level
Physical and Mental Health Perceptions
Health risks and conditions
Functional status
Social support,
Socioeconomic status.
Community Level
(influence population health perceptions and status)
Community-level resources and conditions
Quality of care in hospitals and retirement and long-term care homes
Policies, and practices
Other Domains
Housing
School
Occupation
Neighbourhood
Cultural values
Spirituality
Socioecological Model
Individual/Immediate Surroundings
Unmodifiable factors
Age
Gender
Genetics
Modifiable factors
Diet
Physical activity
Smoking
Alcohol Consumtpion
Interpersonal/Community
Social support
Relationships with family and friends
Community participation
Partnerships
Societal/Policy/Funding
Socioeconomic Status
Education
Income
Employment
Housing
Access to Health Care Services
Inequalities in Health Care for older individuals w/ chronic conditions
Emphasis on acute care in healthcare systems
Inequalities in access to health care services for rural population
Palliative care
Government Policies
Health policies and legislation
Address disparities in access and allocation
Long-Term Care Home Act
Health promotion
Pension Requirements
CPP and Old Age Security (OAS)
Health Care Funding
Federal and Provincial Governments