Kaumātua needs and perspectives regarding urban papakāinga: a mixed methods observational study

• Published in: Kōtuitui Vol. 19; no. 4; pp. 407 - 428
• Main Authors: Smith, Danielle Lee, Oetzel, John G., Simpson, Mary L., Wilson, Yvonne, Nock, Sophie, Reddy, Rangimahora
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Abingdon Routledge 01.10.2024; Taylor & Francis Ltd; Taylor & Francis Group
• Subjects: Autonomy; Cultural characteristics; cultural perspectives; Design factors; Genealogy; Guardians; Housing; Housing developments; Indigenous peoples; Intergenerational housing; kaumātua-elders; Kaupapa Māori; Leadership; Observational studies; Research design; Security; Urban areas; urban papakāinga; New Zealand

Safe, secure, suitable housing is often an unattainable reality for kaumātua (older Māori aged 55 years and over in this study) in Aotearoa New Zealand. Kaumātua, unfortunately, are at the forefront of the housing crisis, and struggle to find housing which meets their most basic needs. Therefore, ma...