Social Support and Advocacy for Black Nursing Home Residents
Author Information
Author(s): Bailey Dionne, Bucy Taylor, Skarphol Tricia, Shippee Tetyana
Primary Institution: University of Minnesota
Hypothesis
How can external social support be leveraged by Black nursing home residents for improved care delivery?
Conclusion
Black nursing home residents often rely on social support networks to advocate for better care, highlighting the need for understanding their resilience in care settings.
Supporting Evidence
- Black older adults represent 24% of all nursing home residents in the U.S.
- 20.2% of Black nursing home residents have Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
- Black residents experience worse health outcomes compared to white residents.
- Many Black residents rely on external social support networks to cope with inadequate care.
Takeaway
Black older adults in nursing homes often help each other by speaking up for better care because they don't always get the support they need.
Methodology
Thematic analysis of three focus group transcripts with AD/ADRD caregivers.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in focus group selection and responses.
Limitations
Limited research on the role of external social support for Black nursing home residents.
Participant Demographics
Black older adults and their caregivers in Minnesota.
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