Systematic review in relation to support of diversity in nursing homes.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Given the increasing global population of older adults, it is essential and inevitable that healthcare centers and nursing homes address and accommodate diversity in their support systems as interventions for healthy aging. The active aging and the inclusion of all people regardless of their religion, origin, and/or sexual orientation is essential to create a climate of safety. Discrimination must be addressed from all angles, at the social level, at the business level and by all workers in nursing homes.

Methodology and results

This study provides a comprehensive review of existing literature to systematize information on diversity among older adults in healthcare centers and nursing homes. Out of 1.458 articles identified, 10 were analyzed in depth, revealing

SUBMITTER: Mesas-Fernandez J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11458523 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature