Table 4 Study 2 Factor Loading

30

I have the power & respect I deserve in my family.

.873

13

My family respects me for who I am regardless of my age.

.740

17

My opinions are highly respected in my family.

.738

18

My morals, values & priorities are highly respected in my family.

.734

47

My children have given me the same respect & care I gave my parents.

.734

9

My children fully understand my social needs.

.717

31

I have the power & respect I deserve in my community as an older person with experience & knowledge

.696

34

Family traditions are highly respected in my family.

.687

50

I feel very loved by my whole family.

.682

8

My children fully understand my physical needs.

.640

14

People in the community respect me for who I am regardless of my age.

.622

21

My children & grandchildren care about me & how I feel.

.612

10

My children fully understand my emotional needs.

.612

4

I have gained more respect from others over the years.

.586

22

My family looks to me in time of need for advice.

.563

11

My children fully understand my financial needs.

.557

33

I am satisfied with my life in my old age.

.541

23

I do not feel valued by my family as a source of wisdom.

.490

42

I feel that I have a lot to contribute to my family.

.479

40

I am spending a lot of time enjoying myself with my grandchildren.

.453

43

I feel that I have a lot to contribute to my community.

.430

2

I am socially active with friends & in my community.

.363