Familial Visitation of Long Term Care Facility Residents
Author Information
Author(s): Collins-Pisano Caroline, Weiskittle Rachel
Primary Institution: University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Hypothesis
Do different forms of familial visitation impact resident loneliness differently?
Conclusion
Demographic factors do not significantly affect visitation behaviors, but relational factors do.
Supporting Evidence
- High rates of loneliness persist among residents of long-term care facilities despite frequent familial visitation.
- Demographic variables were not significantly associated with either social behavior or care coordination.
- Relational factors were significant predictors of both social behavior and care coordination involvement.
Takeaway
This study looked at how family visits to nursing homes can be different, and found that being close to the resident helps with both care and social visits.
Methodology
Community-dwelling adults aged 18 and older completed an online survey about their demographics and visitation behaviors.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors influencing visitation behaviors.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling adults aged 18 and older with a close friend or relative in a LTC facility.
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