Challenges Experienced by Subsidized Housing Residents with Dementia or Cognitive Impairment: A Scoping Review

Abstract

Abstract Older adults with dementia or cognitive impairment face unique challenges to living safely and independently in subsidized housing. This scoping review summarizes previous studies to develop an understanding of the challenges faced by older populations with dementia or cognitive impairment. Three medical databases, five social science databases, and two gray literature databases were searched. Six themes emerged: tenants’ demographic profile, physical challenges, mental/social/psychological challenges, behavioral challenges, inadequate services/environment, and barriers posed by policy and practice. We conclude that housing providers and practitioners should collaborate in ensuring tenants with dementia or cognitive impairment in subsidized housing are well supported, and we suggest areas for future research.