Use of Supportive Services by Seniors in Seattle Public Housing, October 1, 1987 to September 30, 1990. Final Report

摘要

A total of 83 residents of Seattle Housing Authority buildings, age 65 and older were selected to participate in a three year demonstration project to determine the types and amount of supportive services they would use if free to make their own choices. The amount and types of supportive services used by residents of public housing was compared with supportive services use in the private market outside public housing. Based on service units consumed, the two groups had the same service priorities for the period December 1, 1988 to November 30, 1989. In order of importance, the priority services were housekeeping, personal emergency response devices and home repair. Supportive services are needed in senior housing to enable residents to successfully age in place. Older adults will pay for needed services but those living in public housing have very limited funds. Public financing will be necessary to ensure access to services.