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Application of co-design in residential aged care: a scoping review protocol
Angela R Y Zhang1, Stacie Attrill2, Jaklin Eliott3
1Adelaide Dental School, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia.
This review maps existing literature on co-design in aged care, focusing on how residents are involved in designing their care. It highlights the need for greater engagement of older adults in residential aged care services.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Health Services Research
- Participatory Design
Background:
- Engaging older adults in their care is a significant challenge in the aged care sector.
- Co-design is a user-centered approach to service development, emphasizing end-user involvement.
- Understanding current practices of co-design in residential aged care is crucial for improving resident engagement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review to identify the extent and nature of literature on co-design with residents in aged care facilities.
- To map how older people in residential care have been engaged in the design and delivery of their care.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive scoping review following JBI methodology and PRISMA-ScR guidelines.
- Extensive database searches (AgeLine, MEDLINE, Scopus, etc.) and gray literature searches.
- Inclusion of peer-reviewed studies, systematic reviews, and gray literature focusing on co-design with aged care residents, including diverse populations and those with dementia.
Main Results:
- The review will present findings in a tabular format with a narrative summary.
- Data extraction and screening will be performed independently and in duplicate to ensure rigor.
- The review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current evidence base.
Conclusions:
- This review will identify gaps and trends in co-design research within residential aged care.
- Findings will inform strategies to enhance the involvement of older adults in shaping their care experiences.
- The study contributes to the evidence base for patient and resident-centered care models.
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