Research Article

Food Access Patterns and Barriers among Midlife and Older Adults with Mobility Disabilities

Table 3

Facilitators and barriers of food access destinations.

ThemeFacilitatorsBarriers
Concept/themeConcept/theme

SpaceAdequate spaceInadequate space
Ease of navigationNavigation difficulty
Helpful general featuresUnhelpful general features

Entry/accessibilityEase of entering destinationDifficulty entering destination

AmenitiesSeating availableSeating unavailable
RestroomsRestroom features inadequate
Drinking fountainsā€‰
Shopping cart as assistive device for mobilityā€‰
Availability of electric shopping cartsLack of electric shopping carts

PeopleGood servicePoor/suboptimal service
Helpful family, friends, and caregiversInattentive fellow customers