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[Perception of clients when receiving home care]
Lisiane Manganelli Girardi Paskulin1, Vilma Regina Freitas Gonçalves Dias
1Escola de Enfermagem da Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul.
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|January 8, 2003
Summary
Home care program users in Porto Alegre perceive assistance as humanized and supportive. This study highlights positive experiences with interdisciplinary teams and caretakers, favoring the program
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Sociology of Health
- Gerontology
Context:
- Home care services are crucial for managing chronic conditions and supporting aging populations.
- The study focuses on the Serviço de Saúde - Gerontologia e Cuidados Domiciliares (SSS-GHC) in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
- Understanding user perceptions is vital for program evaluation and improvement.
Purpose:
- To explore user perceptions of the assistance provided by the Home Care Program (SSS-GHC).
- To analyze the experiences of clients receiving home-based care from interdisciplinary teams and caretakers.
- To identify key themes influencing user satisfaction within the SSS-GHC program.
Summary:
- A qualitative study interviewed 17 users of the SSS-GHC program, predominantly women, elderly individuals, and those with chronic degenerative diseases.
- Analysis revealed five thematic categories: family, professional care, and life circumstances influencing experiences.
- Users reported receiving humanized care that positively impacts their evaluation of the program's strategy.
Impact:
- Findings offer insights into patient-centered care within home healthcare settings.
- Results can inform policy and practice for enhancing home care service delivery.
- The study underscores the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and compassionate care in home-based programs.
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