Determinants of loneliness and quality of life among rural community-dwelling older adults in Egypt: A cross-sectional descriptive study

Loneliness and low quality of life are highly prevalent among community dwelling older adults in rural Egypt and are closely linked to aging, chronic disease burden, social resources, and engagement in meaningful activities. For nursing practice, these findings support the routine screening of loneliness and quality of life in primary and chronic care settings, the integration of social support and activity-based interventions into care plans, and collaboration with community and faith-based organizations to deliver culturally appropriate strategies aimed at reducing loneliness and enhancing quality of life among rural older populations.