Examining the Association Between Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Demographics and Food Security of Older Adults Attending Fulton County Senior Centers.
Akintola, Kehinde
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Abstract
Food security amongst community-dwelling older adults attending senior centers is not often examined. It is an integral determinant of health because of its impact on multiple health conditions. This study examined the relationship between food security, activities of daily living, and demographic variables of older adults attending senior centers in Georgia served by nutrition provider Open Hand Atlanta (OHA). One hundred sixty-five senior center attendees were recruited from ten senior centers in Fulton County Georgia. Food security was measured by the USDA 6-item module. Bivariate associations were tested between food security and ADLs and iADLs (instrumental ADLs) measured by a 15-item list. Results showed that food security differed based on race/ethnicity X2 (n=165) = 8.94 (df=2), p = .011 and type of insurance X2 (n=100) = 5.95, (df=1) p = 0.015). Public/Govt insurance holders experience a higher proportion of food insecurity compared to those under private insurance (p=.015).
