BackgroundTo promote healthy ageing, it is crucial to involve older adults in social planning. Preventive home visits allow older adults to express their opinions, with home visitors playing a key role in gathering and relaying this information to decision-makers. Thus, highlighting the perspectives of home visitors is essential for maximising the utility of the collected information. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to gain a deeper understanding of important aspects regarding the utilisation of information from preventive home visits to create a society that promotes healthy ageing.MethodsFive online focus group discussions were conducted with 16 home visitors from 15 municipalities representing various parts of Sweden. The discussion material was analysed with a focus on the content of the discussions.ResultsThe analysis resulted in a main category: engaging in communication to promote healthy ageing-acting as the 'spider in the web' and advocating for older adults. Five subcategories were identified, highlighting the utilisation of information from preventive home visits for promoting healthy ageing: using older adults' needs and capabilities as a starting point; empowering older adults to make their voices heard; compiling information to efficiently reach out; having people in leading positions close by; and receiving feedback on proposals.ConclusionsUtilising information from preventive home visits to promote healthy ageing requires engagement from the home visitor, the older adults and a committed organisation. One critical aspect is the dialogue during the visit, which empowers the older adult and enables the home visitor to obtain information. Another important aspect is the home visitor's engagement in communicating the information to actors who can promote healthy ageing in society. Finally, an organisation where leaders are available and give feedback on proposals based on information compiled during home visits is essential to promote healthy ageing.

Abstract BackgroundPlayfulness—being and acting playful—is often associated with childhood, yet evidence suggests that it remains a meaningful resource throughout life. In later life, playfulness may support social connectedness, emotional well-being, and a sense of agency, even in contexts of illness or institutional living. Playfulness encompasses not only observable playful activities but also an inner disposition, such as curiosity, humor, or spontaneity, which may be constrained by environmental barriers, aging, or functional limitations. Despite its potential relevance for health and person-centered care, playfulness remains underexplored in gerontological and caregiving research. No validated instrument currently exists to assess playfulness among older adults in Swedish municipal care. This research program addresses this gap by clarifying the concepts of play and playfulness and by developing and psychometrically evaluating a new instrument, Play and Supportive Environments (PLAY-SE). ObjectiveThe overall aim of the program is to clarify and operationalize the interrelated concepts of playfulness and playful activities among older adults receiving municipal care and to develop an instrument suitable for psychometric testing. MethodsThe program applies a hybrid model of concept development combined with an exploratory sequential mixed methods design. Phase 1 involves literature reviews and qualitative studies with older adults and staff to explore and define the lived meanings of playfulness. These findings inform item generation and refinement of the PLAY-SE instrument. Phase 2 includes content validation, cognitive interviews, pilot testing, and large-scale psychometric evaluation using both classical test theory and Rasch measurement theory. ResultsTwo PhD students were recruited to the program in September 2024 and September 2025, and an expert group was established in autumn 2025. The PhD students are funded, for four years each, by Kristianstad University (from 2024) and Red Cross University College (from 2025). Ethical approval for the qualitative studies in phase 1 was granted by the Swedish Ethical Review Authority (2025-00211-01; decision date: February 3, 2025). Data collection for qualitative interviews with older adults in municipal care was conducted between February and April 2025. Fifteen older adults (aged 68‐100 y) were interviewed in nursing home settings. The phenomenological findings from phase 1.1 have been published in March 2026. Additional qualitative interviews and focus groups with staff are scheduled for 2026 to 2027. Pilot testing of the first version of the PLAY-SE instrument is planned for autumn 2026, followed by large-scale psychometric validation between 2027 and 2029. ConclusionsThis program establishes a structured and theoretically grounded process for developing and validating an instrument to assess playfulness in later life. By integrating qualitative exploration with modern psychometric approaches, the PLAY-SE instrument is intended to support future research and contribute to the development of person-centered practices in municipal elder care.

Background and Objectives The World Health Organization (WHO) has outlined eight domains central to age-friendly environments. Since their introduction in 2007, developments have focused mainly on urban areas. This study explores which factors older adults view as crucial for creating age-friendly environments in a rural Swedish context.Research Design and Methods This qualitative study consisted of five focus groups with 17 participants. A deductive approach was used for the analysis.Results Discussions were linked to all eight WHO domains, with a particular emphasis on digitalization, transportation, and discrimination, especially related to digital and social inclusion, which cut across several domains. For instance, digitalization influenced both transportation and communication in rural areas with long distances and limited services. Social inclusion and non-discrimination highlighted the need for greater adaptation within specific domains, especially for people with mobility limitations, declining health, or financial difficulties. Overlaps among domains were evident, such as the need for accessible and affordable transport to enable healthcare access and social participation.Discussion and Implications To create age-friendly rural environments, adaptations are needed within all domains in the WHO framework. Digitalization should be emphasized to enable inclusion and reduce discrimination. Accessible and affordable transportation is also crucial for older adults to participate socially, engage civically, and access healthcare. The WHO framework appears sufficient in a rural context. Therefore, we suggest using the framework for age-friendly environments in practice to consider aspects of the environment that older adults perceive as important.

Background In a health care context, person-centred care proceeds from the person's individual values, needs and experiences. In an educational context, PhD supervision similarly ought to proceed from the PhD student's perspective and situation. However, there is limited knowledge about aspects of importance to accomplish this. Aim The aim of this study was to explore PhD students' and supervisors' perspectives on person-centred PhD supervision and collaboratively develop a conceptual model that enhances understanding and practice. Design The study had a descriptive, exploratory design. Participants PhD students in Health Sciences (n = 16) and their supervisors (n = 16) at a university in Sweden. Methods Data consisted of notes from recurrent group discussions about person-centred PhD supervision and were analysed using conventional qualitative content analysis. Results The model highlights that person-centred PhD supervision should be framed by a person-centred culture and environment and shared values as well as the prerequisites for this, including time, resources and having space for reflection. The PhD student and supervisor(s) need to have certain key roles and capacities, while the encounter between the PhD student and the supervisor(s) should be characterised by certain qualities. Conclusions A person-centred climate and environment should underpin both supervisory practice and the wider research environment and be supported at the organisational level. The proposed model may serve as a basis for structured reflection within supervisory teams to enhance self-awareness, while also providing a framework for strategic organisational discussions, continuous evaluation, and the ongoing development of person-centred PhD supervision.

BACKGROUND:Being playful and having the capability to play are considered fundamental aspects of being human and are closely linked to well-being in adulthood. Despite the health-promoting potential, being playful has, to our knowledge, not been explored in Scandinavian contexts in relation to older persons with functional impairments, such as those living in nursing homes. OBJECTIVE:This study, therefore, aims to explore older persons' lived experiences of being playful in nursing homes, to gain an in-depth understanding of the phenomenon and to contribute knowledge that may support person-centred care and well-being. METHODS:This phenomenological study is grounded in a reflective lifeworld research approach. Lifeworld interviews were conducted with 15 older persons aged 68-100 years. RESULTS:The essential meaning of the phenomenon emerges as getting in touch with an inner dynamic life force that enables and enhances well-being. This meaning is further illuminated through four constituents: engaging in timeless inner wanderings, adapting to bodily change, opening towards belonging, and navigating in a state of dependency. CONCLUSIONS:In older persons´ playful mode of being, the inner dynamic life force opens up to a profound sense of existential well-being. However, ageing, bodily changes, and institutional constraints shape how playfulness is expressed and manifested in the lifeworld, thereby influencing well-being and human dignity. Taken together, these findings point to the potential value of acknowledging playfulness in future research and care practice as a fundamental aspect of being human and a contributor to both well-being and human dignity.

ObjectiveTo identify feasible and high-priority actions to improve the equitable provision of care for individuals with cleft lip and/or palate (CL/P) across Europe.DesignParticipatory mixed-methods study using group concept mapping.SettingEuropean cleft and craniofacial care systems.Patients and ParticipantsSixty-five stakeholders from 29 countries, including healthcare professionals, researchers, teachers and representatives from patient organisations involved in CL/P care.InterventionsParticipants generated, sorted and rated statements in response to a structured focus prompt addressing equity in CL/P care, with ratings of importance and ease of implementation.Main Outcome Measure(s)Conceptual clusters of actions to improve equity in CL/P care and prioritisation of actions based on importance and feasibility.ResultsA total of 111 statements were analysed using multi-dimensional scaling and hierarchical cluster analysis, resulting in 6 conceptual clusters: person-centred care; healthcare professional training, awareness and knowledge; resources and availability; inclusiveness and support strategies; European standardisation and governmental health policies. These clusters aligned with micro-, meso- and macro-level domains. Go-Zone analysis identified 31 actions rated as both highly important and feasible, alongside 28 actions rated as highly important but difficult to implement, reflecting longer-term structural and policy challenges.ConclusionsThis study provides an empirically grounded, multi-level roadmap for advancing equitable and high-quality CL/P care across Europe. While immediate improvements can be achieved through targeted clinical and organisational actions, sustained progress requires coordinated policy and governance reform. The identified principles may provide insights for cleft care service providers beyond Europe who face similar systemic challenges.

The 5C Positive Youth Development Very Short Form (PYD-VSF) was designed as a user-friendly tool to assess positive youth development. This study examined the dimensionality using Rasch measurement theory on data from 430 upper secondary school pupils in southern Sweden. A Swedish version of the tool was developed through dual-panel translation and cognitive interviews. Findings from psychometric testing indicated multidimensionality, showing support for a post hoc two-dimensional structure with the following components: Self-worth (Competence, Confidence, and Connection) and Pro-social (Character and Caring). These two constructs were distinct yet related, suggesting that Self-worth may be a prerequisite for Pro-social development. Systematic gender variance was also observed, although with a negligible impact on score interpretation. The identified constructs align with ongoing discussion about agency and resilience in relation to young persons' health. Further research is recommended within the PYD framework, with priority given to the use of standardised and validated instruments to clarify how these constructs may both strengthen young persons in the present and buffer against future adverse outcomes.

Doctoral seminars represent a central component of doctoral education, providing a forum for critical reflection and intellectual development within a safe and collegial environment. Yet, seminar cultures can be shaped by hierarchical structures, power dynamics and unwritten norms that may foster vulnerability and exclusion. Because seminar cultures differ across disciplines and institutions, the present study identifies and examines three aspects that can either facilitate or constrain active participation and scholarly growth: the presence or absence of an appointed discussant, the format of engaging with a written text versus a verbal presentation, and the degree of openness of the seminars.

AimThe four-item questionnaire test (4QT) is a simple screening measure of dysphagia for older people. A positive answer to any item indicates the need for further assessment. The 4QT is fast, simple to apply and requires no training beforehand. However, it is not translated to Danish, and the psychometric properties in an older Danish population are unknown. The aim was to translate the 4QT to Danish, determine criterion validity according to the existing measures, the Minimal Eating Observation Form-II (MEOF-II) and Volume-Viscosity Swallow Test (V-VST), and determine construct and structural validity and reliability by exploring whether 4QT fits the assumptions of the Rasch model.MethodsThe 4QT was translated and back-translated. A total of 73 participants aged >= 65 years were included and screened with the 4QT-DK, and assessed using the V-VST and MEOF-II. Criterion validity was assessed compared with the V-VST and MEOF-II according to sensitivity, specificity and predictive values. Construct and structural validity were examined using confirmatory factor analysis and Rasch model analysis investigating item and person fit, differential item functioning for sex, age, primary disease and local dependency. Reliability was assessed using Cronbach's coefficient alpha.ResultsFor criterion validity, the 4QT-DK showed high sensitivity (84% and 90% with the V-VST and MEOF-II, respectively). As expected, specificity was lower (36%, and 42%). Analyses confirmed the psychometric validity of the 4QT-DK. Reliability was low (Cronbach's alpha = 0.58) due to the number of items.ConclusionThe 4QT-DK is a valid and sensitive measure for screening older people for dysphagia. Further studies are required to assess the psychometric properties and confirm findings in a larger Danish sample. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2025; center dot center dot: center dot center dot-center dot center dot.

Working as a nurse offers job security but also poses risks for mental health issues. This study aims to explore factors and processes that affected health and work experiences among nurses in Sweden during the COVID-19 pandemic. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 nurses from high COVID-19 patient load areas (ambulance, emergency departments, ICU, infection wards, and specialized COVID-19 wards). A deductive content analysis using the SwAge model's nine determinant areas, was performed. The COREQ-checklist was adhered to. Nurses were prepared to sacrifice their health for the well-being of their patients, with many still facing the repercussions. They voiced their disappointment with healthcare organizations for providing insufficient support. The pandemic disrupted the social contract between healthcare organizations and the public, particularly in elder care. To perform effectively, nurses need adequate staffing, a safe work environment, fair compensation, manageable workloads, and recognition. Instances of deception and broken promises have undermined trust and professional well-being. During the pandemic, nurses leaned on their colleagues for support to manage stress and compensate for shortcomings. Nonetheless, nurses also reported experiencing resilience, adaptability, and flourishing. Nurses in Sweden face challenges such as undersized organizations and the need for primary care expansion to reduce hospital burdens. A better balance of resources is essential for effective performance. Improved working conditions and organizational support are crucial for retaining nurses. Identifying factors for a sustainable working life involves understanding key areas and their interactions. Healthcare organizations and managers should consider these areas to promote sustainability.

Insomnia is a common health complaint among adults and is associated with poor health. Sleeping patterns differ due to age, with younger adults having greater problems with sleep deprivation causing problems during daytime, and older adults having greater problems with nocturnal awakenings during nights. Screening tools are needed to initially capture insomnia symptoms in need for further assessment. The study aim was to psychometrically test and compare the original three item Minimal Insomnia Symptom Scale (MISS), revised version of MISS (MISS-R), and a four-item scale (MISS-4) on an adult population, by using the Rasch measurement model. A cross-sectional design was used, and the sample consisted of participants in an online survey of a Citizen Panel. Out of the total sample (N = 1517), 784 (52

Objective Sarcopenia (loss of muscle strength/mass) reduces physical performance (walking, strength, mobility) and is common in Parkinson’s disease (PD), but data on newly diagnosed, untreated patients (“de novo”) are scarce. Fatigue is frequent in PD and linked to physical decline and malnutrition, key sarcopenia risk factors. We aimed to describe sarcopenia prevalence, malnutrition risk, and fatigue in de novo PD and explore differences based on fatigue presence. Methods Participants ( n = 49) underwent physical tests [chair stand test (CST), hand grip strength, gait speed, Timed Up and Go test (TUG)] to assess sarcopenia. Malnutrition risk and fatigue were assessed using the Nutrition Form version 2 (MEONF-II) and the 16-item Parkinson’s Disease Fatigue Scale (PFS-16). Results Twenty (40.8%) showed probable sarcopenia. Eight (16%) had fatigue, and 8 (19%) were at risk of malnutrition. No significant differences in sarcopenia indicators were found between groups, but those with fatigue had lower physical performance (CST, p = 0.033; TUG, p = 0.011), slower gait speed ( p = 0.050), and poorer appetite ( p = 0.003). Conclusion A substantial proportion of de novo PD presented probable sarcopenia. Fatigue was associated with poorer physical performance and appetite but not sarcopenia. Whether fatigue increases risk of future malnutrition/sarcopenia is unclear due to cross-sectional study design. It should be further explored using a longitudinal study design.

Several non-communicable diseases are strongly linked to lifestyle factors, making preventive measures essential. One effective approach is lifestyle counselling, which has demonstrated promising results in the prevention, treatment, and management of these diseases. However, despite its potential, patients often do not receive lifestyle counselling to the extent required. The existing literature indicates that one contributing factor is low self-efficacy in lifestyle counselling among nurses. This study aimed to explore nursing students' self-efficacy in lifestyle counselling and its association with self-assessed learning methods. Nursing students (n = 310) completed a questionnaire that had a cross-sectional study design at a university in southern Sweden. The self-efficacy in lifestyle counselling scale (SELC20 + 20) was used to measure self-efficacy in lifestyle counselling, and additional questions about learning methods were included to assess Bandura's sources of self-efficacy. Multiple linear regression was used to explore the relationship between self-efficacy in lifestyle counselling and self-assessed learning methods. The mean total knowledge score was significantly higher than that of the mean total ability score. The learning methods that were significantly associated with self-efficacy in knowledge of lifestyle counselling after adjustment for age and sex, were: own search for knowledge, theoretical knowledge through education, receiving feedback on counselling, personal experiences, observed lifestyle counselling, and experience in lifestyle counselling (R2 = 0.30). Learning methods that were significantly associated with self-efficacy in lifestyle counselling ability, after adjusting for age and sex, were: own search for knowledge, personal experiences, theoretical knowledge through education, and receiving feedback on counselling (R2 = 0.33). The results indicated that mastery experiences, vicarious experiences, and social persuasion were significantly associated with knowledge of lifestyle counselling, while mastery experiences and social persuasion were significantly associated with lifestyle counselling ability. Further research is needed to deepen our understanding of how self-efficacy in lifestyle counselling develops among nursing students.

This research program will provide a theoretically grounded and contextually relevant understanding of playfulness in later life. Playfulness – being and acting playful – is often associated with childhood, yet research shows it remains a meaningful resource throughout life. Among older persons playfulness can, most likely, support social connectedness and emotional well-being, even in contexts of illness or institutional living. Importantly, playfulness is not limited to outwardly playful actions but also reflects an inner disposition (e.g. curiosity, humor, or spontaneity) that may remain unexpressed due to environmental barriers, aging, or functional limitations. Despite its potential significance, playfulness remains underexplored in gerontological and nursing research, and no validated instrument exists to capture it in Swedish municipal care. This program addresses this gap by defining play and playfulness among older persons and developing a psychometrically robust instrument (PLAY-SE) to support research and practice. The overall aim of the program is to clarify and operationalize the interrelated concepts of playfulness and playful activities among older persons receiving municipal care, and to develop an instrument suitable for psychometric testing. The program applies a hybrid model of concept development and an exploratory sequential mixed methods design. In Phase 1, literature reviews and qualitative interviews with older persons and staff will clarify and describe meanings of playfulness. In Phase 2, these findings will inform item generation for the Play and Supportive Environments instrument (PLAY-SE), which will be evaluated through expert panels, cognitive interviews, and psychometric testing. Results and Conclusions The research program advances caring science, policy, and practice by offering a validated tool to assess and support playful engagement as a dimension of well-being, dignity, and quality in municipal elder care. See above

Design Thinking (DT) is useful for exploring complex problems and is a promising approach for innovation within policymaking. Still, what design-oriented approaches can mean for the public sector, and how they practically can be implemented in these contexts needs further research. The objective of this study is to unpack how a DT-inspired workshop, aiming at establishing a new policy for intra-organizational collaboration, unfolds in a local government setting. By exploring both the workshop's implementation and the participants' experiences, this study offers new insights into the use of design methods in policy design and implementation. Observations, a qualitative questionnaire, and focus groups were used to explore participants' experiences. The workshop contained three stages: the problem, the solution, and the pitch, characterized by iteration and divergent and convergent thinking. The workshop helped revitalize collaboration within the local government and supported the implementation of the new policy. The DT methodology was perceived not only as structured and goal-oriented, but also a relational, inclusive and knowledge-building process. These five processes occurred simultaneously and were intertwined and illustrates key characteristics of the DT practice.

I denna studie samskapade vi ett dialogverktyg för samverkan mellan hälso- och sjukvårdspersonal och forskare. Denna samverkan skulle kunna bidra till att förbättra praktikens kvalitet och därmed vården för äldre personer. Med hjälp av kvalitativ innehållsanalys analyserade vi data från tre tidigare forskningsstudier med fokus på ­hälso- och sjukvårdspersonals involvering i forskning. Analysen resulterade i två huvudkategorier, förutsättningar för framgångsrik interaktion vid samverkan och förutsättningar för framgångsrik arbetsgång vid samverkan, med ett antal underkategorier. Genom forskningscirklar med hälso- och sjukvårdspersonal syntetiserade och validerade vi analysens resultat, och samskapade ett dialogverktyg som stöd för hälso- och sjukvårdspersonal och forskare som vill samverka i forskning. Dialogverktyget integrerar vetenskaplig och praktisk kunskap och ska underlätta och förbättra samverkan genom att belysa viktiga områden för diskussion, reflektion och beslut, samt stödja en jämlik dialog. Co-creating a dialogue tool for collaboration be­tween healthcare professionals and researchers in research projects In this study a dialogue tool for collaboration between health care professionals and researchers was co-created. This collaboration can contribute to enhancing the quality of practice, and thereby the care provided to older adults. Data from three previous research studies focusing on health care professionals’ involvement in research on ageing and health were analysed using qualitative content analysis. The qualitative analysis resulted in two main categories – Prerequisites for successful interaction in collaboration and Prerequisites for a successful work process in collaboration – with underlying subcategories. Through research circles involving health care professionals, the results of the analysis were synthesised and validated, and a dialogue tool building on the categories was co-created as a support for health care professionals and researchers wishing to collaborate in research. The dialogue tool integrates scientific and practical knowledge and is intended to facilitate and improve collaboration by highlighting key areas for discussion, reflection, and decision-making, as well as to support an equitable dialogue.

Introduction Persons with long-term conditions (LTCs) have been identified as a group that could benefit from more person-centred care (PCC). However, the complexity of PCC as a concept, combined with the scarcity of a shared understanding of its definition across different healthcare contexts, has challenged systematic evaluation. To address this gap, a conceptual framework, operationalised in a patient-reported instrument: the Person-Centred Care instrument for outpatient care (PCCoc), was developed to facilitate evaluation and guide targeted efforts to strengthen PCC in outpatient settings for persons with LTCs. Yet, few studies have explored how middle managers, who play a crucial role in implementing and sustaining organisational development, perceive the clinical applicability of such conceptual frameworks. Aim To explore middle managers' perceptions of a conceptual framework for person-centred outpatient care and its clinical applicability. Methods A qualitative design was applied, using thematic analysis to describe middle managers’ perceptions. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with middle managers in various outpatient clinics. Results Three main themes and seven sub-themes were identified: (1) Factors that may facilitate use, (i.e., aspects that may enhance the adoption and application of the conceptual framework); (2) Challenges for practical application, anticipated challenges in applying the conceptual framework in the outpatient setting; and (3) Practical usefulness in a clinical context, perspectives on the potential use of the conceptual framework in outpatient care for persons with long-term conditions. Conclusion The findings suggest that the conceptual framework is perceived as clinically relevant and may, through its associated patient-reported instrument, PCCoc, facilitate the evaluation and development of person-centred outpatient care. While middle managers recognised its alignment with existing practices and its potential to advance PCC in outpatient setting, challenges to its adoption were also identified, particularly in relation to organisational factors. ### Competing Interest Statement The authors have declared no competing interest. ### Funding Statement Yes ### Author Declarations I confirm all relevant ethical guidelines have been followed, and any necessary IRB and/or ethics committee approvals have been obtained. Yes The details of the IRB/oversight body that provided approval or exemption for the research described are given below: The study was approved by the Swedish Ethical Review Authority (Dnr. 2021-00620 approval date February 22, 2021 supplementary application (Dnr 2024-02981-02) approved June 23, 2024. I confirm that all necessary patient/participant consent has been obtained and the appropriate institutional forms have been archived, and that any patient/participant/sample identifiers included were not known to anyone (e.g., hospital staff, patients or participants themselves) outside the research group so cannot be used to identify individuals. Yes I understand that all clinical trials and any other prospective interventional studies must be registered with an ICMJE-approved registry, such as ClinicalTrials.gov. I confirm that any such study reported in the manuscript has been registered and the trial registration ID is provided (note: if posting a prospective study registered retrospectively, please provide a statement in the trial ID field explaining why the study was not registered in advance). Yes I have followed all appropriate research reporting guidelines, such as any relevant EQUATOR Network research reporting checklist(s) and other pertinent material, if applicable. Yes The datasets used and analysed during the current study are available from the corresponding author on reasonable request.

BACKGROUND:To promote healthy aging, older adults' perspectives should be included in decisions that affect them. Information from preventive home visits, including health data and opinions expressed by older adults, can be used by societal actors to enhance healthy aging. However, information regarding older adults' perspectives on how this information can be utilized is lacking. AIM:The purpose of this study was to qualitatively evaluate the perspectives of older adults' on the utilization of information acquired from preventive home visits. RESULTS:Older adults view the use of information from preventive home visits as an opportunity to participate in societal decisions and influence changes. This approach can empower older adults by valuing their diverse voices and translating the collected information into meaningful action. The older adults in this study expressed mixed feelings of hope and futility about the possibility of influencing change. They discussed a process for utilizing the information from the visits, which began with highlighting and analyzing problems, communicating these, and then taking action to promote healthy aging. DISCUSSION:Information gathered during preventive home visits can empower older adults to influence community planning and promote healthy aging. There is a value in involving older adults in decision-making by using their insight to identify barriers and drive change. CONCLUSIONS:Older adults are a valuable resource for community planning aimed at promoting healthy aging. Further research is needed to explore the full potential of using information from preventive home visits for fostering inclusive age-friendly community planning.