Autonomy, disruptions and coping strategies of community-dwelling older adults in food-related activities - food shopping, cooking and eating- a scoping review - 09/01/26
, Yoshimasa Sagawa a, b, c , Aline Chassagne a, b, d
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Graphical abstract |
Highlights |
• | Most studies focus on eating stage, healthy eating. |
• | Food-related activities are shaped by social environment and knowledge. |
• | Health and social disruptions affect food-related activities and nutritional status. |
• | Nutritional confusion and a lack of appropriate nutritional knowledge are common. |
• | It is important to preserve the autonomy of older adults in all food-related activities. |
Abstract |
Background |
Food-related activities—shopping, cooking, and eating—play a critical role in enabling community-dwelling older adults to live and age in place.
Objectives |
This scoping review aims to explore existing knowledge on the experiences of community-dwelling older adults in their food-related activities. It also seeks to identify which stages of these activities have been studied.
Method |
A systematic search of four databases (2000–2023) identified 1,189 articles. After screening, 48 studies were included. Data were analysed to determine which stages of food-related activities were examined and to extract emerging themes.
Results |
Of the 48 studies, 31% addressed all three stages, 14% focused on two stages, and 54% examined one stage. This review highlights the complex interplay of social, cultural, economic, political, and health environments that structure food-related activities. Disruptions within these environments challenge autonomy. Depending on their social roles, interests, skills, and knowledge, older adults develop coping strategies to maintain control over their food-related activities.
Conclusion |
The findings underscore the need for ethical, person-centered support from healthcare and social service professionals, as well as relatives. Support should respect the decision-making autonomy of older adults while offering tailored nutritional guidance that enables them to adapt their food-related activities to evolving needs.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Food-related activities, Community-dwelling older adults, Ageing, Autonomy, Dietary knowledge, Malnutrition
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Vol 30 - N° 2
Article 100769- février 2026 Retour au numéro
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