A Phenomenological Study of Nursing Home Residents' Experience During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons Learned.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has inflicted widespread fear and distress on older populations globally. As highlighted by the World Health Organization, those residing in nursing homes are especially at risk due to the communal living arrangements and the high prevalence of chronic health conditions among residents. Because of the increased vulnerability of nursing home residents, harsher restrictive measures, such as social isolation, were implemented as part of infection control strategies, with a particular emphasis on reducing mortality rates and limiting the spread of disease. As a result of social isolation, older residents experienced feelings of loneliness that have been shown to be associated with many deleterious physical and mental health consequences. Despite the abu

SUBMITTER: Adra MG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12623643 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature