title: Conceptions of 'community' among older adults living in high-density urban areas: an Australian case study.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  The aim of this study was to explore the social networks of community and its connection to location for older people living in inner city high density (ICHD).
  
  
  METHODS
  Using a case study approach employing qualitative (diaries, in-depth interviews) and quantitative (global positioning systems and geographical information systems mapping) methods, this paper explores the everyday interaction and social networks and where they manifest spatially for a group of older ICHD Australians.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Social networks in two community territories were found to be of particular importance to participants in terms of influencing feelings of well-being, support, social inclusion and cohesion. These two territories include the building where older people reside and the area immediately surrounding the building.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  This study highlights the importance of recognising the spatial aspect of community to better understand the social networks of community and their effects on well-being and social cohesion for ICHD older people.
authors.forename: Desley
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Vine
authors.forename: Laurie
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Buys
authors.forename: Rosemary
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Aird
mesh_terms: D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000375:Aging / Q000523:psychology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D008297:Male; D008603:Mental Health; D008875:Middle Aged; D011788:Quality of Life; D011793:Queensland; D012111:Residence Characteristics; D012919:Social Behavior; D012944:Social Support; D014505:Urban Population