Experiences of recently relocated residents of a long-term care facility in Ontario: Assessing quality qualitatively

Coughlan, Rory; Ward, Linda

doi:10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2005.11.022

Cited by 69 publications

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“…Knoop (2008, p. 13) pointed out that individuals should be allowed to decide when to move and should be provided them with an explanation of the benefits of the new location, which should be homely. It has also been found that building a new bond with the staff is crucial for residents and that residents' quality of life is best supported by a good staff-resident relationship and that any attempt to improve the long-term facilities or programs is undermined by a lack of attention to relations and continuing care (Coughlan & Ward, 2007). As one of the identified pulling themes was joining friends, the new bond with the staff and other residents is crucial.…”

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Reasons for Relocation to Retirement Communities

Bekhet

Zauszniewski

Nakhla³

2009

West J Nurs Res

124

167

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The purpose of this qualitative study is to understand the reasons why elders move to retirement communities and what living in retirement communities is like from the perspective of relocated elders. Several themes emerged following qualitative analysis. The themes reflect three categories, labeled as "pushing" factors, "pulling" factors, and "overlapping" factors. Pushing factors included own or spouse's failing health, getting rid of responsibilities, not helped, facility closed out, and loneliness. Pulling factors were location, familiarity and reputation of the facility, security, and joining friends. The third category reflected both pushing and pulling factors, which overlapped and constituted their reason for moving. The findings help to inform the planning of tailored interventions to address elders' special needs or concerns associated with relocation.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Reasons for Relocation to Retirement Communities

Bekhet

Zauszniewski

Nakhla³

2009

West J Nurs Res

124

167

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“…Research has demonstrated that social engagement and relationship building are important for older adults who have moved into nursing homes and are essential to a quality living experience (Coughlan and Ward 2007). Social relationships amongst peers and between staff and resident are important for 'thriving' in these environments (Bergland and Kirkevold 2007), and positive relationships may help with adjustment to formal care (Bergland and Krekevold 2005;Reed and Roskell Payton 1996).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Social relationships amongst peers and between staff and resident are important for 'thriving' in these environments (Bergland and Kirkevold 2007), and positive relationships may help with adjustment to formal care (Bergland and Krekevold 2005;Reed and Roskell Payton 1996). Such relationships can enhance feelings of well-being, selfworth and identity (Coughlan and Ward 2007;Street et al 2007), as individuals are 'listened to' and understood, especially by staff (Jonas-Simpson et al 2006). Staff can play integral roles in facilitating peer relationships (Bergland and Kirkevold 2007).…”

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Resident interactions at mealtime: an exploratory study

Curle

Keller

2010

Eur J Ageing

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Social interaction is thought to be important for psychological wellbeing and is necessary for developing relationships between older adults living in facilities. This study seeks to describe the social interaction that occurs amongst tablemates at mealtime in retirement homes, as well those things that influence resident-to-resident interaction. Fourteen lunch time periods were the basis for qualitative participant observation. Two or three researchers collected data in each period, with each observing two tables, resulting in 63 individual table observations at a retirement living facility dining room in a medium-sized city in Southern Ontario. Residents attending mealtime in the dining room were (~ 100). The type, extent and influences on social interactions amongst tablemates were recorded in detailed field notes. Qualitative thematic analysis, using a constant comparison procedure, was used to summarize and make sense of the data. A variety of social interactions occurred amongst tablemates including: making conversation, providing assistance, sharing, humouring, showing appreciation and affection, and rebuffing/ignoring/excluding. Interactions were influenced by tablemate roles, resident characteristics, and the social and physical environment, including staff. Social interactions or lack thereof are important for relationship development and mealtime environment. Describing the types of interaction and what influences them is a first step towards promoting social engagement which can enhance quality of life for residents. Further investigation through interviews with residents on the meaning of mealtime and companionship at meals will build a deeper understanding of the importance and influences on social interaction in this setting.

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“…In this study, QOL is defined in terms of autonomy, interpersonal relationships, and security (7). Improved quality of life is the goal for residential care homes providing care to older adults (3,5,6).…”

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Construct Validation and Test–Retest Reliability of a Mealtime Satisfaction Questionnaire for Retirement Home Residents

Pizzola

Martos

Pfisterer

et al. 2013

Journal of Nutrition in Gerontology and Geriatrics

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Mealtime satisfaction is an important component of quality of life (QOL) in residential care, yet there currently is no self-administered tool described in the literature. The purpose of this study is to investigate internal and test-retest reliability, and construct validity of a mealtime satisfaction questionnaire (MSQ) designed for residential care, more specifically retirement homes. A 15-item MSQ was developed and eligible participants from four retirement homes (n = 749) were invited to participate. The participation rate was 24% and the median age was 88 years for respondents. The internal consistency of the MSQ was high (Cronbach Alpha = 0.83) and the test-retest reliability was also high (Intraclass coefficient = 0.91, P < 0.01). The MSQ was associated with a valid and reliable QOL instrument for older adults (Mann Whitney Test = 1595.5, P < 0.01). The MSQ is reliable and is content and construct valid. QOL can be enriched by improving mealtime satisfaction in retirement homes.

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Experiences of recently relocated residents of a long-term care facility in Ontario: Assessing quality qualitatively

Cited by 69 publications

References 25 publications

Reasons for Relocation to Retirement Communities

Reasons for Relocation to Retirement Communities

Resident interactions at mealtime: an exploratory study

Construct Validation and Test–Retest Reliability of a Mealtime Satisfaction Questionnaire for Retirement Home Residents

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