Technology Innovations in Long-Term Care Homes During COVID-19
Author Information
Author(s): Chu Charlene, Bhatti Sumaya, Duan Yanjun, Santos Suzanne, Lepore Michael, Melo Ruth, Zuniga Franziska, Cranley Lisa
Primary Institution: University of Toronto
Hypothesis
How have technology-based solutions been adopted in Long-Term Care Homes during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Conclusion
The study found that technology-based innovations were widely adopted in Long-Term Care Homes to improve resident care and social engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supporting Evidence
- The most reported technologies included telemedicine and robotics.
- Thirty studies focused on the feasibility and acceptability of technology.
- The term 'co-design' was used in seven studies to indicate stakeholder involvement.
Takeaway
During COVID-19, care homes used technology like video calls and robots to help take care of residents and keep them connected with their families.
Methodology
A scoping review was conducted to explore technology-based innovations in Long-Term Care Homes across Canada, the US, Brazil, and Switzerland.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the majority of studies being introduced by researchers.
Limitations
The study primarily focused on the feasibility and acceptability of technologies without extensive quantitative analysis.
Participant Demographics
The study involved stakeholders including staff and residents from Long-Term Care Homes.
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