Mutual Support Among East Asian Retirees in Vancouver
Author Information
Author(s): Gan Daniel, Wang Claire, O’Dea Eireann, Quay Lisa Cohen, Au Daisy
Primary Institution: University of Toronto
Hypothesis
How did East Asians who were retiring abroad cope with the pandemic?
Conclusion
The study highlights the health-promoting nature of mutuality in a Naturally-Occurring Retirement Community among East Asian older adults in Vancouver during the pandemic.
Supporting Evidence
- Community-dwelling East Asian older adults formed a group chat and began regular video chats during the pandemic.
- They shared virtual events, supermarket deals, and neighborhood walks to support each other.
- A younger member took initiative to check on absent or unwell members of the group.
Takeaway
Older East Asians in Vancouver helped each other during the pandemic by chatting online and sharing information, which made them feel better and more connected.
Methodology
The study traces the development of a Naturally-Occurring Retirement Community through community organizations and informal networks.
Participant Demographics
East Asian older adults living in Metro Vancouver.
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