노인맞춤돌봄서비스 이용자의 주관적 에너지 비용 부담감이 건강상태에 미치는 영향 = The Impact of Perceived Energy Cost Burden on Subjective Health Status among Users of the Older Adults Customaized Care Service

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study examined the effects of perceived energy cost burden—summer electricity and winter heating costs—on the health status of older adults receiving the Older Adults Customized Care Service. Data from 557 adults aged 65 and older across 15 provinces and metropolitan cities in Korea were analyzed. Perceived energy cost burden and health status varied by sociodemographic characteristics. Health status was more favorable among men, non-recipients of the National Basic Livelihood Security program, and those with higher education and income, whereas older age and poorer housing conditions were associated with poorer health. Perceived summer electricity cost burden was not significantly related to health status. In contrast, perceived winter heating cost burden significantly predicted health status, with lower burden associated with better perceived health. These findings highlight the seasonal dimension of energy burden and suggest policy directions for improving older adults’ health.