Abstract
Aging experiences are dependent on where an individual identifies on the housing spectrum. This research study examines a biopsychosocial marker of aging subjective age, among participants in a subsample of residents experiencing the energy crisis in the city of Wrocław, Poland. Survey questions included housing status, participant date of birth and how old participants felt. Their borough and districts of residence, as well as gender identities, were also recorded. From these results, mental differences were calculated. Regarding housing status, participants identified as home owners, home renters, temporarily housed, residents of social housing, and residents of communal housing. Descriptive and frequency data was analyzed. Inferential tests were conducted on survey responses to further examine the differences between housing status and aging differences. Findings revealed statistically significant differences among gender, housing status, borough, and aging results. The discussion identifies vulnerable populations, and recommends primary prevention and policy interventions.