Effects of a training program on person-centered care in nursing homes rated by residents: a quasi-experimental design.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The outcomes of staff training programs regarding the effect of person-centered care in nursing homes as rated by their residents are limited. This study examines the effects of a nursing home training program by evaluating resident-rated person-centered care, comparing changes over time between an intervention group and a comparison group.

Methods

This quasi-experimental study was conducted in 25 nursing homes. A total of 124 residents in the intervention group and 65 in the comparison group were enrolled between August 2021 and June 2023. Data were collected using the 'Person-centered Climate-Questionnaire-Patient version' (twice, pre- and post-intervention). The two-year training program comprised knowledge and skills in quality of care through lectures, semina

SUBMITTER: Xu L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12548235 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature