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Evaluating Nursing Home Resident and Staff Experiences With a Life Story Program.
Farida K Ejaz1, Miriam Rose1, Brian Polk1
1Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging, Cleveland, OH, USA.
Summary
Life story programs in nursing homes improved resident experiences and reduced depression. Staff also found greater importance in understanding residents' life stories, enhancing person-centered care.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Nursing Home Care
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Person-centered care is crucial for nursing home residents.
- Life story programs can potentially improve resident-staff relationships and care quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a pilot life story intervention in nursing homes.
- To assess the impact on residents' experiences, depression levels, and staff perceptions.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study involving 16 nursing homes.
- Provided residents with life story books and staff with action plans.
- Collected life stories, interviewed 170 residents, and surveyed 92 staff members.
Main Results:
- Residents reported positive experiences but were hesitant to share books.
- A decrease in resident depression (Patient Health Questionnaire-8 [PHQ-8]) was observed.
- Staff perceived increased importance of knowing residents' life stories; program integration was conditionally feasible.
Conclusions:
- Life story interventions show promise for enhancing person-centered care in nursing homes.
- These programs facilitate deeper understanding between staff and residents.
- Opportunities exist to improve care planning and honor resident preferences through life story work.
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