Determinants of Quality of Life Among Older Adults in a Social Care Center: Emphasis on Sleep

<ns3:p> Background The global aging population worldwide has led to increased attention toward ensuring a good quality of life (QoL) among older adults, particularly those residing in long-term care facilities. This study aimed to identify the determinants of quality of life among older adults living in a social care center in West Jakarta. Method This quantitative study employed a descriptive cross-sectional design involving 288 participants from a social care center. Data were collected using structured questionnaires measuring sleep behavior, medication adherence, nutritional intake, infection prevention, physical activity, and quality of life. Results The results indicated that sleep behavior was significantly associated with QoL ( <ns3:italic>p</ns3:italic> = 0.002), whereas no statistically significant associations were found between QoL and other variables, including medication adherence, nutritional intake, infection prevention, and physical activity. Conclusion Sleep behaviour was identified as a significant association of QoL among institutionalized individuals. These findings suggest that sleep-focused approach should be prioritized in care strategies to improve the quality of life of older adults in long-term care. </ns3:p>