Working with Older People
Practical approaches to work, leisure, lifestyle and learning
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New horizons in gerotranscendence interventions. Targeting nursing home staff members and other caregivers: a scoping review
Taiane Abreu, Lia Araujo, Laetitia Teixeira, Oscar RibeiroThe aim of this scoping review is to describe the published gerotranscendence interventions targeting older adults’ caregivers and their outcomes.
Leaving loneliness alone: a brief research report on the pathways to (digital) solutions involving older adults
Sara Guerra, Oscar Ribeiro, Rita Carvalho, Liliana SousaOlder adults often experience loneliness as a vicious circle, in which loneliness builds more loneliness. Breaking this cycle is key to minimize the experience of loneliness. MOAI…
Implementing physical activity in nursing homes: a qualitative exploration of Turkish health care staff’ experiences
Ayşe Arıkan Dönmez, Funda AslanImplementing physical activity in nursing homes (NHs) can improve functional capacity, quality of life and well-being and even control symptoms associated with chronic diseases in…
Unmet health-care needs among Jordanian Roma with chronic diseases
Yasmeen Abu Sumaqa, Manar Abu-Abbas, Omar Khraisat, Ahmad Rayan, Mohammad Othman AbudariThis study aims to identify the reasons for unmet health-care needs and related barriers among the Roma population with chronic diseases in Jordan.
Jordanian nurses’ competencies in providing community care during disaster: a cross-sectional survey
Yasmeen Abu Sumaqa, Sajeda Alhamory, Manar Abu-Abbas, Ahmad Rayan, Mutaz Foad Alradaydeh, Nour Alrida, Omymah Zain Alddin Al-Rajabi, Mohammad Y. Alzaatreh, Anas H. Khalifeh, Saleh Al Omar, Manal Mohamed Abd EINaeemThe purpose of this paper is to assess the perceived level of Jordanian nurses’ competencies in offering care to the community during a disaster.
Role of psychological well-being, quality of life and distress tolerance in caregivers of geriatric population: an Indian exploratory study
Abhinaya Sridhar, Harsha KuriakoseThis study aims to gain an understanding of how caring for an ageing population affects caregivers’ psychological well-being, quality of life and ability to tolerate distress…
Association between intrinsic capacity and weak muscle strength in naval medical center older adults
María J. Rojas-Puell, Danna Salazar-Gastelu, Fernando M. Runzer-Colmenares, Jose F. ParodiThe purpose of this study was to determine the association between intrinsic capacity (IC) and dynapenia in older adults in outpatient clinics at the Naval Medical Center.
A psychometric study of validation and cross-cultural adaptation of the Holden Communication Scale for elderly with dementia in care homes
Abdullah Alkhawaldeh, Asem Abdalrahim, Mohammad Saleh, Ahmad Ayed, Anas Nawwaf Abed Alrohman Ababneh, Mohammad Rababa, Alaa Dalky, Rasmieh Al-Amer, Sami Al-Rawashdeh, Omar Al Omari, Mohammed ALBashtawy, Islam Oweidat, Haitham Khatatbeh, Zaid ALBashtawyThis paper aims to validate and adapt the Arabic version of Holden Communication Scale (HCS) for assessing communication skills among old people with dementia in care home.
Combining mobile health, action and coping plans to improve exercise adherence and functionality among elderly with knee pain in Bangkok
Pattaraporn Piwong, Tiwaporn Junkhaw, Kavinash Loganathan, Murallitharan Munisamy, Ratana SomrongthongThe known advantage of exercise for older adults who had knee pain is limited by low adherence to an exercise program. This study aims to determine the effect of the LINE…
A descriptive phenomenological study of critically ill elderly patients’ experiences of treatment using high-flow nasal cannula after extubation
Watchara Tabootwong, Yoongtong Nathmontri, Chonticha ChantakeereeThis study aims to describe the experiences of critically ill elderly patients (CIEPs) who were treated using the high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) after extubation.
Stress and work engagement among nurses in intensive care units: Palestinian perspective
Mohammad Faisal AlaliWork engagement denotes to a state of positive and affective motivation of elevated power joined with high educational levels and a great concentration on occupation and it is…
Material inheritance transmission by older childless Portuguese adults
Daniela Silva, Marta Patrão, Liliana SousaMaterial inheritance transmission is a normative task in later life that has been scarcely studied, particularly when involving older childless adults. This study aims to deepen…
Geriatric health care in rural India: HR issues and public policy constraints
Srirang Kumar Jha, Shweta Jha, Amiya Kumar MohapatraThe purpose of this paper is to emphasize the need for holistic geriatric health care in rural India. Many older people in Indian villages suffer from chronic ailments without any…
Biophilic designs: a solution for the psychological well-being and quality of life of older people
Deepika Pandita, Himani ChoudharyThe study aims to explore how including biophilic elements in the architectural and interior design of assisted living facilities can improve the well-being and quality of life of…
Inequalities in the pandemic and post pandemic times of older people. Case of Russia
Konstantin Galkin, Irina GrigorievaThis paper aims to study the inequalities faced by older people through the analysis of semistructured interviews with older residents of Saint Petersburg and the villages in the…
The changing health-care system in Ghana: forms of care within residential aged care facilities in urban Accra
Joy Ato Nyarko, Joana Kwabena-Adade, Andrews Kwabena-AdadeThe emergence of residential aged care facilities (RACFs) within the Ghanaian health-care system has raised eyebrows because, hitherto, the concept of nursing homes had largely…
Self-management of dementia by family carers: a hybrid concept analysis
Anas Shehadeh, Sharyn Hunter, Sarah JeongThis study aims to describe the current conceptualisation of self-management of dementia by family carers in the literature and from the views of dementia professionals and family…
Companion animals and/or social media use among Portuguese community-dwelling older adults: profile and impact on well-being and social interaction
Liliana Sousa, Jéssica Fernandes, Pedro Sá-Couto, João TavaresCompanion animals and social media are two important factors of social interaction and well-being among the older population. This study aims to compare social media use and/or…
Impact of cat-assisted therapy (Ca-AT) among elderly patients with Alzheimer’s disease at home: a case study
Najah Shawish, Mariam Kawafha, Andaleeb Abu Kamel, Dua’a Al-Maghaireh, Salam Bani HaniThis study aims to explore the effects of cat-assisted therapy (Ca-AT) on a patient in their homes, specifically investigating the effects on patient’s memory, behavioral…
Towards inclusiveness in dementia services for black and minoritised communities in the UK
Anya Ahmed, Lorna Chesterton, Matthew J. FordThe purpose of this paper is twofold: to explore the existing evidence around dementia services and interrogate the overarching UK policy development relating to service inclusion…
Homecare nursing: a survey of citizen experiences with health-care professionals in the time allotted for homecare
Dorte Wiwe Dürr, Linda Hindsgaul Mikkelsen, Grete MothResearch-based knowledge on homecare nursing is scarce and further information is warranted about citizens’ perceptions of receiving home care under existing conditions. The…
What is the impact of seasonal ambient changes on the incidence of falls among older adults?
Richard Byrne, Declan Patton, Zena Moore, Tom O’Connor, Linda Nugent, Pinar AvsarThis systematic review paper aims to investigate seasonal ambient change’s impact on the incidence of falls among older adults.
Designing for everyone: can the principles of dementia-friendly design inform design for neurodiversity in health-care settings?
Sarah Waller, Simon Chester Evans, Jennifer Bray, Teresa AtkinsonThere is increasing interest in the UK in developing environments that support people who are neurodiverse. This paper aims to report on a project to develop a cognitively…
An evaluation of behaviour monitoring charts for behaviours that challenge in an older adult inpatients dementia service
Nicole King, Ian AsquithThis study aims to evaluate the quality of information recorded in Behaviour Monitoring Charts (BMC) for Behaviours that Challenge (BtC) in dementia in an older adult inpatient…
Employment among older men and women in Vietnam: How their health played a role?
Long Thanh Giang, Aiko Kikkawa, Donghyun Park, Tue Dang NguyenThis study aims to explore the situations and socio-economic and health-related factors associated with employment of older men and women in Vietnam.
Growing old in the digital era: a qualitative study of internet use and outcomes among urban Indian older adults
Nidhi Bansal, Heena ChoudharyThis study acknowledges the existing digital divide in India, particularly for marginalised populations, and highlights the need for exceptional attention to address their unique…
The older adult: physical activity considerations and learning to age in place
Ryan M. Carrick, Danielle WadsworthThe purpose of this study is to investigate the transfer of learning among older adults and the importance of physical activity (PA) related to aging in place.
Perceptions on quality of life among older adults with hypertension in Thailand: a qualitative study
Chonticha Chantakeeree, Marjorita Sormunen, Pornchai Jullamate, Hannele TurunenThis study aims to explore the perceptions of quality of life among older Thai adults with hypertension.
Benefits and challenges of living in extra care housing: perspectives of people living with dementia
Teresa Atkinson, Rebecca OatleyThe purpose of this paper is to present the views of people living with dementia in extra care housing (ECH). This is a model of housing with care and support aiming to support…
Some issues to consider if older people with complex care needs choose to die at home
Peter ScourfieldThis viewpoint paper focuses on the important role played by hospices in the UK in providing specialised end-of-life care for older people with complex needs – particularly for…
Nursing students’ experiences of learning practical gerontological nursing skills through online media during COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study
Jaturada Jariyarattanakul Niemtest, Watchara Tabootwong, Pornchai JullamateThis study aims to explain the experiences of nursing students while they practiced gerontological nursing through online media during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emerging old folk home trend in developing Asia: case of Pakistan
Shaista Noor, Bushra QureshiThe purpose of this study to highlight the changing living patterns in the Pakistani community from joint family to nuclear family setup which is becoming the main reason for the…
Behavioural determinants of health-care utilisation among elderly population: a cross-sectional analysis from Punjab
Pooja Kansra, Amiya Abdul KhadarPopulation ageing is a demographic transition and burdens every country’s health sector. A lack of social security combined with low government health-sector spending has made…
Enhancing apathy treatment in Jordanian people living with dementia residing in care homes using virtual reality reminiscence therapy
Asem Abdalrahim, Mohammad Suliman, Mohammed ALBashtawy, Abdullah Alkhawaldeh, Wafa'a Ta'anThis paper aims to explore examine the therapeutic potential of head-mounted display (HMD)-based Virtual Reality Relaxation Therapy (VRRT) sessions for people individuals with…
Lived experiences constraints of family caregivers in caring for older adults with chronic diseases during the Covid-19 pandemic: a qualitative study of Indonesian perspectives
Bahtiar Bahtiar, Ida Ayu Kade Sri Widiastuti, Dwi Nopriyanto, Nurlaila Fitriani, Khumaidi Khumaidi, Arief Andriyanto, Iskandar MudaThe purpose of this study is to explore the lived experiences of the constraints of older adult family caregivers with chronic diseases in caring for and accessing health services…
Community long-term care services in Taiwan: a qualitative study based on provider’s perspectives
Yi-Fen Wang, Ya-Hui Lee, Jing-Yi LuThis qualitative study aims to explore the experiences of Taiwan’s community-based long-term care service stations.
A case study of implementing interprofessional education in care home settings
Melanie Stephens, Lydia Hubbard, Siobhan Kelly, Andrew Clark, Lorna ChestertonThe purpose of this paper is to report on an interprofessional (IPE) student training scheme recently conducted in three care homes across the Northwest of England. The…
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