Resident-, family-, and staff-identified goals for rehabilitation of long-term care residents with dementia: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Long-term care (LTC) residents with dementia can benefit from rehabilitation to improve function and quality of life. However, specific goals for rehabilitation with this population are not always clear. The purpose of this study was to describe the goals for rehabilitation for LTC residents with dementia from the perspective of residents, family, and staff.

Methods

This was a phenomenological qualitative study. LTC residents with moderate to severe dementia, family members, and staff were recruited from two LTC homes in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and field notes from observations with residents while they were being active within the home. Data were analyzed via the principles of thematic content analysis, mapped

SUBMITTER: Ripley S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10825995 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature