The present study addresses the situation of public and private care institutions for older persons in Tunisia, and the social, economic, health and demographic profile of their residents. It was developed using mixed quantitative and qualitative research methods, allowing to identify the profile and specific needs of older persons residing in care institutions and the drivers for staying there. The study revealed a general sense of satisfaction among older persons residing in care institutions with the basic services provided to them, such as catering, hygiene and health-care services, noting lower rates of satisfaction with recreational and social engagement services.

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