There is preliminary evidence that purposeful activity interventions, particularly those that involved taking on a functional role, can improve well-being and quality-of-life outcomes in older adults aged 80 years and older. These findings have implications for professionals and carers to support older adults to access more purposeful social roles and create opportunities for helping and reciprocation.
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