Quality of life among the elderly population in Jordan: descriptive correlational cross-sectional study

The rapid demographic transition in Jordan has resulted in an expanding older adults population, raising concerns about their quality of life (QoL). With the global rise in life expectancy, the older adults population faces various challenges that affect their overall quality of life. This study aimed to assess the QoL among Jordanian older adults and identify areas of QoL improvement. A descriptive correlational cross-sectional design study was conducted, including 220 participants from community settings and older adults' homes in Amman and Irbid. The WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire was used to measure QoL across physical, psychological, social, and environmental domains. The results indicated moderate overall QoL, with the highest scores in social relationships and the lowest in physical health. The findings provide valuable insights for healthcare providers, policymakers, and older adults' care services in Jordan, emphasizing targeted interventions improving overall QoL among the older adults population, particularly in strengthening healthcare accessibility, community support, and economic security.