April 10, 2025
The new publication describes the insights gained from a compelling new study led by Daniel David from HIGN at NYU Meyers and NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, with contributions from IMPACT Career Development Awardee, Komal Patel Murali, PhD and IMPACT member Ab Brody, PhD, RN, FAAN.
Through a qualitative secondary analysis of interviews with 17 older residents (mostly Black and Hispanic, many with histories of homelessness), the study sheds light on the complex care needs and serious illness communication challenges faced by low-income older adults in assisted living, which result in urgent gaps in care delivery.
Consistent themes emerged, including:
- Compromised quality of life
- High symptom burden and limited access to care
- Communication gaps while navigating health care
- Fragmented care
The study emphasizes the urgent need for programs that improve communication and provide medical and social care in under-resourced settings.
Read more here.