Understanding how, for whom and under what circumstances telecare can support independence in community-dwelling older adults: a realist review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is substantial interest among policy makers in using telecare to support independence in older adults. However, research on how telecare can be most beneficial in promoting independence is limited. This realist review aimed to understand the contexts in which telecare can support independence and for whom, to aid older people in remaining at home.

Methods

This realist review is consistent with the RAMESES quality and reporting standards. We followed a five-step process to conduct the review: (1) locating existing theories and concepts, (2) searching for evidence (3), selecting data, (4) extracting data, and (5) synthesising data. We analysed 32 studies published between 2004 and 2023 to identify core mechanisms of how telecare may lead to positive or negativ

SUBMITTER: Fothergill L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11771067 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature