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Changing practice in residential aged care using participatory methods.

M A Lindeman1, K Black, R Smith

  • 1National Ageing Research Institute, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.

Education for Health (Abingdon, England)
|January 27, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Residential aged care staff empowerment through action research improved resident wellbeing. Staff involvement in identifying issues and actions facilitated positive changes in care practices and addressed knowledge gaps.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Healthcare Management
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Residential aged care staff significantly influence resident wellbeing.
  • Staff face numerous barriers in providing optimal care.
  • Enhancing resident wellbeing requires addressing staff challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To empower aged care staff to improve resident social and physical health and wellbeing.
  • To explore the use of action research in residential aged care settings.
  • To focus on enhancing nutrition and physical activity for residents.

Main Methods:

  • Action research was employed with five residential aged care facilities.
  • Independent project staff facilitated action research groups.
  • Phase I focused on the action research group process, with one setting detailed.

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Main Results:

  • Staff involvement in identifying issues and actions drives change in resident care practices.
  • Action research groups pinpointed knowledge and skill gaps, leading to targeted education.
  • Organizational context, management support, and staff empowerment are crucial for change.

Conclusions:

  • Action research effectively engages staff in improving resident care.
  • Targeted education based on identified needs enhances staff capabilities.
  • A supportive organizational environment is key to successful implementation of changes for resident wellbeing.