| In this cross-sectional study, we tested the relationship between
sociophysical environment, quality of life (QOL), and perceived
social support among elderly in Iran. The sample includes 128
participants recruited in the city of Shahrekord, Iran. We
measured Evaluation of Older People Living Environment
(EVOLVE); Control, Autonomy, Self-realization and Pleasure scale
(CASP-19) and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social
Support (MSPSS) tools respectively, through home-based
observation and interview. A significant relationship was found
between several domains of home environment, QOL, and perceived
social support. The interaction effect of the home environment
and gender in relation to QOL and perceived social
support was statistically significant. Our results support that the
home physical environment may not be considered a strong
predictor of QOL among the Iranian elderly. |