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Citation

Fountain L, Tofa M, Haynes K, Taylor MR, Ferguson SJ. Int. J. Disaster Risk Reduct. 2019; 39: e101248.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.ijdrr.2019.101248

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

In Australia, the proportion of people aged over 65 years is increasing and the frequency and severity of natural hazard events are also increasing. Older adults are often identified as a vulnerable group in natural hazard events, but there has been relatively little research that focuses specifically on older adults and their capacities and needs. This paper describes stakeholder consultation undertaken to identify research priorities related to older adults and natural hazards in Australia, and compares this to current research literature on this topic identified in an initial scoping review. A two-phase modified Delphi study was undertaken with stakeholder organisations within Australia, including older adults' representative organisations, community services, and emergency services. Stakeholders (n = 112) first identified priority research areas and 649 distinct topics were suggested; thematic analysis was used to refine these to 19 research topic areas that were then rated and ranked for importance by stakeholders during phase two. The top five topic areas identified were 'Communication and warnings,' 'Preparedness,' 'Awareness, behaviour and decision-making,' 'Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities,' and 'Community services and organisations'. While these topics are covered in some Australian literature, further research - particularly in relation to CALD communities, and community services/organisations - is needed. This study demonstrates the value of stakeholder engagement and the Delphi approach for identifying research priorities that can best address issues and concerns amongst diverse stakeholders. It also highlights that there is a need for further research with older adults, communities, and stakeholders to support preparedness, risk reduction, and resilience.


Language: en

Keywords

Delphi method; Disaster management; Emergency management; Natural hazards; Older adults; Stakeholder engagement

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