Like a bridge over troubled water – a qualitative study of professional caregiver singing and music as a way to enable person-centred care for persons with dementia

Swall, Anna; Hammar, Lena Marmstål; Craftman, Åsa Gransjön

doi:10.1080/17482631.2020.1735092

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“…This helps professionals to be more focused on the older person, on understanding the real needs that remain to be met and that give meaning to their behaviour [ 2 , 5 , 51 ]. In this regard, there is also an increase in professional competence as there is greater positive management of the problem behaviours that arise in care, the building of a closer deeper and more empathetic relationship with the disoriented person, given that knowledge of the meaning of their behaviour is increased, and care is based on the life history and personal needs of the resident [ 2 , 5 , 16 , 18 , 21 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 30 , 33 , 52 ].…”

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“…Therefore, the communication tools, relationship, and theoretical framework provided by the VM is highlighted in this type of intervention since it provides tools for developing relational competencies, facilitating the relationship and communication between the disoriented senior and the care professional. As a result, it is necessary to extend research on non-pharmaceutical strategies that provide care professionals with tools, as well as the use of VM with other pharmaceutical interventions, as is being done, for example, with the Emotion-Oriented Care Model [ 16 , 26 , 27 , 53 ].…”

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“…The VM provides a theoretical framework that enables us to better understand the reasons behind the behaviour of the older person with dementia, promoting proper treatment focused on their real needs [ 12 , 13 , 14 , 15 ]. This relationship built on empathy and authentic listening helps the disoriented older people to express themselves and create closer, deeper and trusting relationship with the professional, which facilitates and improves communication between them, providing the older person with value, recognition and authenticity [ 15 , 16 ].…”

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Effectiveness of the Validation Method in Work Satisfaction and Motivation of Nursing Home Care Professionals: A Literature Review

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The purpose of this study was to carry out a literature review on the effectiveness of the validation method (VM) in job satisfaction and motivation of care professionals working with older people in nursing homes. The review was carried out in specialised databases: Scopus, PsychINFO, PubMed, Web of Science (WOS), Google Scholar, Scielo, and Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 9046 results were obtained, out of which a total of 14 studies met the inclusion criteria: five quantitative, four qualitative, one single case series, two quasi-experimental and two mixed methods studies. The results of the analysed studies report that the VM can be an effective tool that facilitates communication and interaction in care, reducing levels of stress and job dissatisfaction among care professionals. The VM facilitates communication between professionals and older people with dementia, and improves the management of complex situations that may arise in care, directly influencing a reduction in work stress and increasing job satisfaction.

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Effectiveness of the Validation Method in Work Satisfaction and Motivation of Nursing Home Care Professionals: A Literature Review

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“…However, persons with dementia might have problems in doing so, and Cooney and O’Shea (2019) as well as Elfrink et al (2018) suggested that family or people who know the person with dementia may also contribute to life story work. However, there are several tools for helping to promote this work in interaction with the person with dementia, for example caregivers singing (Hammar et al, 2011; Swall et al, 2020) and studies with different kinds of reminiscence therapy, such as using photographs or musical activities (Woods et al, 2018).…”

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Important aspects of home care service: An interview study of persons with dementia

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Background and Aim Because of the policy of ‘ageing in place’ and a decreasing number of beds in residential settings, more persons with dementia live at home with support from home care services. However, previous studies have revealed more unmet needs and a lower quality of life in this group than in other groups. Because few qualitative studies are performed in which persons with dementia have the opportunity to tell their own stories and describe what they find important, this study aimed to interview persons with dementia and describe their views on the important aspects of receiving home care service. Methods The study used a qualitative approach, and 14 persons with dementia participated in the interviews. The interviews were analysed using qualitative content analysis. Findings The findings revealed one overarching theme. The importance of being supported as a unique and capable human, that is the persons with dementia stated that despite their dementia diagnoses, it was important to be seen as a person with capabilities, although in need of support. This theme was built on three subthemes: being seen as a person, being informed and involved, and being part of a relationship. Conclusions Our study showed that persons with dementia are able to express, formulate and reflect on their needs and preferences about their daily care as well as what is important to them when receiving home care service. Therefore, their point of view should be taken into consideration when planning, providing and evaluating care.

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“…Background music was also explored in some studies. Swall et al (2020) explored incorporating music into daily routines. One study explored personalised music listening (Kuot et al, 2020) The additional fours studies explored group music sessions consisting of singing, music instrument playing or both.…”

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Analysing the use of music to facilitate social interaction in care home residents with dementia: Narrative synthesis systematic review

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Introduction Individuals with dementia residing in care homes can rely heavily on care staff to access activities and meaningful interactions. Previous research suggests that care home interactions can be short, fragmented and task-orientated due to staff workload and residents’ language impairments. However, music has the potential to be an alternative communication form that remains intact in the later stages of dementia. This systematic review aims to explore how care home music interventions can facilitate social interactions. Methods A narrative synthesis was conducted to explore the mechanisms behind how and why care home music intervention facilitate social interactions. The four-element framework guided analysis; (1) Developing a theory, (2) Developing a preliminary synthesis, (3) Exploring relationships, (4) Assessing robustness. Findings The final synthesis included 23 articles. The studies consisted of music therapy sessions, personalised music listening, structured music singing or instrument playing sessions and music therapeutic care. Despite the difference in music interventions, most studies reported an increase in residents’ sociable verbal and non-verbal communication and a decrease in unsociable communication. Music interventions allowed residents to reminisce, express themselves, focus and connect with others. Discussion The studies highlighted music interventions are accessible to all residents with dementia despite their impairments. The adaptability allows individuals to continue to connect and express themselves even when language deteriorates. More research is needed into the enablers and barriers to implementing interventions into practice, as this systematic review has highlighted that some form of music intervention for all residents can be highly beneficial. Care homes use of music could increase social interactions and meaningful activities.

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Like a bridge over troubled water – a qualitative study of professional caregiver singing and music as a way to enable person-centred care for persons with dementia

Abstract: Craftman (2020) Like a bridge over troubled water-a qualitative study of professional caregiver singing and music as a way to enable person-centred care for persons with dementia,

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References 46 publications

Effectiveness of the Validation Method in Work Satisfaction and Motivation of Nursing Home Care Professionals: A Literature Review

Effectiveness of the Validation Method in Work Satisfaction and Motivation of Nursing Home Care Professionals: A Literature Review

Important aspects of home care service: An interview study of persons with dementia

Analysing the use of music to facilitate social interaction in care home residents with dementia: Narrative synthesis systematic review

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