Evaluating the sustainability and long-term outcomes of the Home Care Support Intervention Program (HoSIP) to reduce loneliness among community-dwelling older adults: A two-year follow-up study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.The Home Care Support Intervention Program (HoSIP) significantly reduced loneliness and improved quality of life in older adults over two years. Community-based programs involving older adults are vital for well-being and can reduce healthcare costs.
Area Of Science
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
Background
- Loneliness in older adults is a significant public health concern.
- Home care support programs are crucial for improving quality of life and care for the elderly.
- Understanding long-term effects of interventions is essential for optimizing services.
Purpose Of The Study
- To evaluate the sustainability and long-term outcomes of the Home Care Support Intervention Program (HoSIP).
- To assess the impact of HoSIP on loneliness and related factors in community-dwelling older adults over two years.
Main Methods
- A concurrent nested mixed-method study design was employed.
- Quantitative data on loneliness, social networks, quality of life, and health were collected and analyzed using RAMNOVA and SPSS.
- Qualitative data from semi-structured interviews were analyzed using conventional content analysis with MAXQDA.
Main Results
- After two years, participants showed significant declines in loneliness, social network size, perceived social support, quality of life, and self-care ability (p < 0.05).
- General health remained unchanged (p > 0.05).
- Qualitative analysis revealed three main themes and four sub-themes regarding the program's impact.
Conclusions
- Community-based programs, like HoSIP, can effectively reduce loneliness and enhance well-being in older adults.
- Involving older adults in program design is crucial for improving their overall well-being and program sustainability.
- These findings offer a framework for future interventions, potentially lowering healthcare costs and improving elderly care quality.
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