Displacement, Discrimination, and the Search for Care: Determinants of Nursing Home Demand Among Older Syrian Refugees

This study examines the demand for culturally specific nursing homes among 408 older Syrian refugees in Istanbul. A cross-sectional survey revealed that 54% desire such facilities. Multivariate analyses show interest concentrates among younger-old, tertiary- educated, naturalized, and earlier-arrival cohorts, alongside those perceiving discrimination. Conversely, the oldest-old, healthier individuals, and those intending to return to their origin country are less inclined. These findings identify priority target groups for piloting culturally specific care facilities in Türkiye, raising awareness of older displaced adults' distinct needs.