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January 26, 2026BMC Geriatrics0 citationsOpen Access

Social frailty, functional ability and social capital: a study among urban slum older adults in Tamil Nadu, India—convergent parallel mixed method study

SPS Sai Prashanthini BPBharathi PalanisamySRM Institute of Science and Technology SSSruthi SreeSRM Institute of Science and Technology

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The research aims to explore how social resources and relationships support functional independence in marginalized older adults.
Convergent parallel mixed method design utilized
Sample consisted of urban slum older adults in Tamil Nadu, India
Data collection included both qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys
Social resources significantly impact functional ability and independence
Enhanced social support is linked to improved resilience and wellbeing
Context-sensitive strategies are needed for effective intervention

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The study will provide insights into how social resources and relationships support functional independence in marginalized older adults. Findings will inform development of context-sensitive strategies and interventions aimed at enhancing social support, promoting resilience, and improving wellbeing in urban slum populations.

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Prashanthini et al. (Sat,) studied this question.

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