Unmet Needs and Coping Strategies of Older Underserved Veterans During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Veterans' experiences during the pandemic revealed the importance of social support and access to technology. For those without social support, peer support could protect against negative health outcomes. Emergency-preparedness efforts for vulnerable patients with type 2 diabetes should include raising awareness about and increasing access to technological resources (eg, Zoom or telehealth platforms). Findings from this study will help tailor support programs for specific populations' needs in future health crises.