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However, uncertainties persist regarding how different living arrangements are experienced and perceived by older adults. Addressing these uncertainties and ensuring that older adults are provided with environments that meet their needs requires careful consideration of their subjective perceptions and lived experiences within their current living contexts.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study aims to explore and compare the daily life experiences and attitudes toward nursing homes among older adults in T\u00fcrkiye\u2014where the older population has been rapidly increasing in recent years\u2014who live alone at home, live with a spouse, or reside in a nursing home.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A qualitative design employing thematic analysis was used. 30 participants aged 65 and older (10 from each group) were recruited through purposive sampling. 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