Active aging and participation: Engaging older adults in community based action research. A case study of municipality 3 in Milan

Journal title PSICOLOGIA DI COMUNITA’
Author/s Adriano Mario Ellena, Martina Mutti
Publishing Year 2025 Issue 2024/1
Language English Pages 18 P. 15-32 File size 124 KB
DOI 10.3280/PSC2024-001002
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This study, conducted by the authors in Milan’s Municipality 3, explores the experiences and needs of the elderly through participatory action research. Social reconnaissance was carried out with the aim of identifying the elderly community’s needs and resources. Using tools such as interviews and focus groups with elderly residents and sector operators, key themes emerged, including neighborhood perception, specific needs of the elderly, community activities, and improvement proposals. The goal is to enhance the support system and services for the elderly, promoting active aging and social inclusion.

Keywords: active aging, social reconnaissance, community participation, elderly, social inclusion, community welfare.

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Adriano Mario Ellena, Martina Mutti, Active aging and participation: Engaging older adults in community based action research. A case study of municipality 3 in Milan in "PSICOLOGIA DI COMUNITA’" 1/2024, pp 15-32, DOI: 10.3280/PSC2024-001002