ArticleFrontiers in public health2025
Analysis of distribution equilibrium and influencing factors for older adult meal service facilities in mainland China.
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- [Policy logic and multiple challenges of meal assistance services for older adults under the goal of healthy aging].Beijing da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Peking University. Health sciences · 2026Article
- Community meal services for older adults and healthy aging: a structural equation modeling study in Nanjing, China.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
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Abstract
Objective: Analyze the distribution equilibrium of older adult meal service facilities in mainland China and explore the factors influencing their distribution. Methods: Use Python to obtain data on older adult meal service facilities, and analyze the equity of older adult meal services using descriptive statistics, the Lorenz curve, the Gini coefficient, and the Spatial Mismatch Index (SMI). A multiple linear regression model was applied to explore the relationships between older adult meal services and factors such as population, economy, infrastructure, geography, and policies. Results: The vast majority (85.26%) of older adult meal service facilities in mainland China are located at the community or village level, with the number of rural facilities significantly higher than that in urban areas. Most of these facilities are self-operated, and those with in-house kitchens dominate. The distribution of older adult meal services across mainland China was uneven, with a Gini coefficient of 0.418, indicating a substantial disparity in the allocation of service resources. The Spatial Mismatch Index (SMI) varied significantly among provinces, reflecting a considerable mismatch between the current supply of older adult meal service facilities and the actual demand of the older adult population. Analysis of influencing factors reveals that the number and coverage level of older adult meal service facilities were significantly negatively correlated with the size of the older adult population, the older adult dependency ratio, and GDP. Conclusion: The equity of older adult meal services still needs improvement. The planning and implementation of meal services should place greater emphasis on population demand to ensure that older adult individuals across the country can fairly access the older adult meal services they deserve. Future policy formulation should comprehensively consider factors such as demographic structure, economic development levels, and infrastructure conditions to optimize resource allocation, reduce regional disparities, and enhance service coverage and quality.
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