Home Alone Intervention for Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Grace Savard, Robyn Birkeland, Stephanie Ingvalson, Renèe Pepin, Jill Cigliana, Laura Gitlin, Joseph Gaugler
Primary Institution: University of Minnesota
Hypothesis
The Home Alone intervention will be feasible, acceptable, and useful for older adults living alone with cognitive impairment.
Conclusion
The Home Alone intervention was found to be feasible, acceptable, and useful for participants.
Supporting Evidence
- The intervention included seven coaching sessions focused on home safety and lifestyle planning.
- Participants reported appreciation for tailored activities and personal companionship.
- Data was collected through surveys and interviews to assess the program's effectiveness.
Takeaway
This study helped older people living alone feel safer and more connected by teaching them how to improve their homes and use technology.
Methodology
A feasibility pilot phase was conducted with surveys and semi-structured interviews over a period of several months.
Limitations
The study was limited to a small sample size and a specific demographic.
Participant Demographics
Participants had an average age of 73, with ages ranging from 55 to 88, and lived across the United States.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website