Table 1 Characteristics of the sample
Characteristics of the sample (n = 25) | |
|---|---|
Sex female/male | 14 (56 %)/11 (44 %) |
Mean age (range) | 85 years (71–98) |
Marital status single/widowed | 20 (80 %) |
Living situation | |
• Home | 18 (72 %) |
• Assisted livinga/Nursing care home | 7 (28 %) |
Main care support | |
• Family | 8 (32 %) |
• Spouse/partner | 5 (20 %) |
• Nursing service | 9 (36 %) |