Strong social connections improve older adults’ well-being regardless of setting, study finds

Strong social connections improve older adults’ well-being regardless of setting, study finds 
McKnights Long-Term Care News; by Donna Shryer; 4/7/25 
Social connections, trust in others in their community and community cohesion significantly improve elderly well-being whether seniors live at home or in nursing facilities, according to a new comparative study published in BMC Public Health. However, researchers found that nursing home residents generally reported lower subjective well-being compared to their community-dwelling counterparts, even after accounting for health status and demographic factors. ... According to the authors, these findings “indicate the necessity for tailored interventions that address the unique needs of each care environment to promote healthier aging experiences. [Continue reading ...]