Perceived usefulness of new technologies in palliative care volunteering: mixed-methods study with stakeholders.

ABSTRACT:

Background

During the COVID-19 pandemic, face-to-face volunteer support for patients and families was not possible, making it necessary to explore alternative ways of reducing distress. New technologies emerged as a valuable resource, facilitating communication and information exchange, and supporting volunteer tasks.

Objective

To explore the perceived usefulness of new technologies in volunteering among different stakeholders (patients, relatives, professionals, and volunteers), and to examine how these perceptions relate to participants' technological profiles.

Design

A cross-sectional mixed-methods study was conducted to explore attitudes and preferences toward new technologies. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively and through regression models, while qual

SUBMITTER: Barnestein-Fonseca P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12802324 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature