Bridging the gap between service delivery and research.

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Health Services Research
• Nursing Research

Background:

• Home care research is critical for advancing healthcare practices.
• Current barriers limit the involvement of practitioners in research.
• Exclusive reliance on traditional researchers may be insufficient.

Purpose of the Study:

• To emphasize the essential role of practitioners in home care research.
• To advocate for increased government support in facilitating practitioner-led investigations.
• To explore the potential for enhanced collaboration between practitioners and researchers.

Main Methods:

• This study is primarily conceptual, analyzing the current landscape of home care research.
• It reviews the importance of practitioner involvement and potential government interventions.
• The text discusses the impact of skill development on interprofessional relationships.

Main Results:

• Home care research is too important to be solely conducted by academic researchers.
• Governmental recognition and support are crucial for encouraging practitioner investigators.
• Improving practitioners' research skills can paradoxically boost trust and cooperation with researchers.

Conclusions:

• Home care research necessitates the active participation of frontline practitioners.
• Policy changes and funding initiatives can empower practitioners to conduct impactful research.
• Investing in practitioner research capabilities can bridge the gap between practice and academia, improving overall research quality and implementation.