Analysis of Consumption Functions by Income Source and Retirement Status of the Elderly Households

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 65-90
Author(s):  
Jihyung Han ◽  
Daekyun Ko
Keyword(s):  
The Elderly ◽  
Income Source ◽  
Elderly Households ◽  
Retirement Status

Did the elderly suffer more from housing deprivation? Evidence from Poland

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (1) ◽  
pp. 105-119
Author(s):  
Anna Matel ◽  
Jacek Marcinkiewicz
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Housing Stock ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Housing Cost ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
Multinomial Logit Models ◽  
Lower Mobility ◽  
Elderly Households ◽  
Housing Deprivation

PurposeThe elderly seem to be more subject to housing problems due to lower income, older age of the housing stock and lower mobility. Nonetheless, housing deprivation (HD) is commonly analysed amongst the general population. Less is known about the differences between age clusters, which seems to be a crucial issue in countries like Poland due to population ageing. What is more, the current literature usually analyses only the occurrence of HD, while also an accumulation of its indicators seems to be substantial. The aim of this article is to identify the differences in HD (its occurrence and accumulation) amongst elderly and non-elderly households and to diagnose the risk factors behind those phenomena.Design/methodology/approachThe HD index was calculated and compared. Next, the multinomial logit models were used to assess risk factors of HD.FindingsThe study showed that, surprisingly, HD in Poland occurs more frequently amongst non-elderly households. The elderly ones suffered more from housing cost overburden, while non-elderly from the overpopulation. In large part, analysed risk factors had a stronger influence on housing conditions of the elderly than non-elderly households.Social implicationsSocial policy tools should focus on the situation of single elderly households, especially living in houses, often in villages. This group is particularly affected by problems with the quality of the dwelling and housing cost overburden.Originality/valueIn the paper, the occurrence and accumulation of HD indicators were analysed. The authors applied a methodological framework that is applicable to other European Union (EU) member states based on the EU Survey on Income and Living Conditions (EU-SILC) data. It is possible to continue the research study and compare different economies.

scholarly journals FINANCIAL AND SOCIAL CHALLENGES FACING PENSIONERS LIVING ALONE BELOW THE POVERTY LINE DURING THE COVID-19 PERIOD: THE CASE OF GEORGIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 61-72
Author(s):  
Anastasia Kitiashvili ◽  
Tamar Makharadze
Keyword(s):  
Social Relationships ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Poverty Line ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Living Alone ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Financial Resources ◽  
Income Source ◽  
Social Challenges ◽  
Study Participants

Restrictions, physical distancing and lockdown imposed during Covid-19 are associated with many challenges such as financial shortages and lack of social relationships, which have been particularly damaging for vulnerable groups dependent on others. This research aims to study financial and social challenges faced by one of the vulnerable social groups-pensioners living alone below the poverty line during the covid-19 period in four Georgia municipalities (Bolnisi, Dmanisi, Tianeti and Kaspi) in July-August 2020. The survey was conducted with 475 respondents (confidence level 95, interval 4), but 11 questionnaires were discarded due to technical deficiencies. The analysis was performed on 464 data. The study used available sampling where gender (strata) representation was maintained. 78.6% were female and 21.14% male. Overall, the elderly is a fairly vulnerable group in municipalities and across the country. The biggest problem during the pandemic period was a lack of financial resources. The study participants' primary income source is social assistance and various pensions; Thus, the elderly people are financially dependent on state aid. The elderly have limited social relationships; They rarely interact with neighbors, much less with relatives, and even less with friends. The elderly rarely go to the city or village center either. Limited social networking and activities affect the mental health of the elderly. Such a situation is especially noteworthy in a pandemic. There is a positive correlation between limited access to technologies and lack of financial resources that plays a vital role in social relationships among the elderly; Those elderly who cannot afford access to computer/internet and telephone reported higher isolation levels. Keywords: social isolation, Covid-19, pensioners living alone, under poverty line

Current Condition of Home Environment and Necessary Home Modifications for Elderly in Community

2020 ◽  
pp. 108482232097130
Author(s):  
Won-Hoe Gu ◽  
Yong-Sup Kim ◽  
Seong-A Lee
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Home Environment ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Physical Characteristics ◽  
Healthy Life ◽  
Home Modifications ◽  
Elderly Households ◽  
Elderly Living ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

This study aimed to investigate the home environment conditions of the elderly living in the community and to confirm the needs of the residential environment. This study was conducted from January 15th to 25th, 2018, in 12 elderly households in Chungcheongnam-do, using a structured questionnaire and a home environment checklist. The elderly did not feel uncomfortable with their current home, but they wanted to modify their home environment to improve their quality of life. Investigation using home environment checklists showed that demands for supportive design were lacking in the overall areas. On the results of this study, it was confirmed that it is essential to reflect the residents’ occupation, physical characteristics, and needs when constructing the home environment for the healthy life of the elderly in the community.

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