This review by AgeConcernEngland was to understand the barriers that prevent older men from using older people's services, and to examine the experience of Age Concern that successfully involves socially isolated older men. Focus-group discussions with older men were carried out and Age Concern's staff were interviewed. The review found that: Age Concern was seen as for those in need of support
This review by AgeConcernEngland was to understand the barriers that prevent older men from using older people's services, and to examine the experience of Age Concern that successfully involves socially isolated older men. Focus-group discussions with older men were carried out and Age Concern's staff were interviewed. The review found that: Age Concern was seen as for those in need of support and 'incapable'. Men were more likely to attend if referred by professionals, particularly GP's. Referral practices were, in some cases, patchy. There was a lack of 'front-line' male staff. Some activities were regarded as 'feminised'.
Subject terms:
social isolation, men, older people, social care provision, doctors, gender, health care;