NCJ Number
245472
Journal
Journal of Family Violence Volume: 28 Issue: 6 Dated: August 2013 Pages: 535-545
Date Published
August 2014
Length
11 pages
Annotation
This study addresses the extent to which transition houses meet the needs of women in midlife and older.
Abstract
This study addresses the extent to which transition houses, defined as residential facilities for abused women and children, meet the needs of women in midlife and older. Seventeen transition house directors completed an on-line survey and 8 participated in an interview. Women in midlife and older comprised 28 percent of the transition house population. Thematic analysis resulted in the identification of three key themes: life at home and in the community, living in the transition house, and starting a new life. While policies, accessibility, privacy, support and outreach could be improved, the transition houses offered safety and security for women across the lifespan. Recommendations for research, policy and practice are included to ensure that transition houses offer a welcoming, suitable, and supportive environment for women in midlife and older. Abstract published by arrangement with Springer.