PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF VISION LOSS AND CULTURAL ADAPTATIONS OF RESILIENCE BUILDING INTERVENTIONS - Abstract citation ID igaf122.1740 - Innovation in Aging 2025 Vol. 9 No. S2 509

Sep 28, 2026

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Late-life vision impairment affects everyday functioning, social interaction, valued activities, and self-care for millions of older adults, with depression reported in about one-third of those developing vision loss. Racial/ethnic disparities limit access for Latinos, who are less likely to receive available treatments and may be underserved because supportive interventions exist mainly in English. A 10-week evidence-based preventive problem solving program is translated into Spanish and culturally adapted using Latino norms. An adapted intervention, “Mejorar Su Bienestar,” is being tested with community-dwelling older Latinos, aiming to develop a national engagement model.

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Abstract

Psychological effects of late-life vision impairment

Disparities in access for Latino older adults

Translation and cultural adaptation process

Pilot testing and next steps

FAQs

What main psychological impact is associated with late-life vision impairment?

Depression occurs in about one-third of adults who develop vision impairment. The document also links vision loss to emotional effects that interventions aim to address.

Why are Latino older adults described as underserved regarding vision interventions?

Supportive interventions exist in English but are not available in Spanish, and many Latinos are less comfortable discussing health matters in English. As a result, they are less likely to access available treatments and interventions.

How is the intervention being adapted for Latino older adults?

A 10-week evidence-based Preventive Problem Solving Program is translated into Spanish and shaped using Latino cultural norms via an advisory board. The adapted program is called “Mejorar Su Bienestar.”

What is the current testing status and planned next step?

The adapted intervention is being tested with eight community-dwelling older Latinos who will complete all stages and provide feedback. Next steps include building community capacity to design and implement a clinical trial.

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