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 fountains 
Shopping cart as assistive device for mobility 
Availability of electric shopping cartsLack of electric shopping carts

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