고령자 기반 주거서비스 구축을 위한 주거환경 지원서비스에 관한 조사 연구 = A Study on the Support Service of the Residential Environment for the Establishment of Housing Servies Based on the Elderly

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study aims to explore the types of housing services demanded and utilized by the elderly, as well as to examine the roles and scope of housing services required in response to societal changes such as AIP (Age in Place). Additionally, the study seeks to assess the extent to which the elderly can independently manage maintenance aspects, such as frequent replacement and repair of equipment and devices within the residential environment. The goal is to utilize this foundational data in establishing methods and scope for future housing service support for the elderly. To achieve this, a survey was conducted targeting adults aged 60 and above to confirm their perceptions. To capture the perceptions of elderly individuals with mobility difficulties or those unable to manage daily life independently, indirect surveys were conducted with care workers providing continuous care for more than three months. The results revealed several key findings. Firstly, the majority of the elderly expressed positive opinions regarding the introduction of housing services, with the highest distribution of perceived necessity found in the 60-64 age group. It was also observed that the perceived need for housing services increases with poor health conditions. Secondly, in the residential environment, younger age groups prioritized improvements in environmental aspects over safety concerns. In cases where assistance was required, services related to safety were deemed essential. Thirdly, by distinguishing between the condition of the residential environment and the items that require improvement, it was possible to identify services that should be prioritized and those that could be gradually introduced.
Lastly, the level of assistance requested for maintenance varied based on age, health condition, and gender. Older age, poor health, and female gender were associated with a higher proportion of seeking assistance in lower-level maintenance. Based on these results, it is anticipated that future AIP-based housing services can provide differentiated support. In summary, this study provides valuable insights into the perceptions of the elderly, serving as foundational information for the development of differentiated and progressive housing service support based on AIP principles.