Health visiting in the UK in light of the COVID-19 pandemic experience (RReHOPE): study synopsis
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.The COVID-19 pandemic transformed health visiting services in the UK, revealing the importance of relationships and flexibility. Policy changes are needed to support these essential services and improve child and family well-being.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
- Family Support
Background
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered health visiting services, impacting interactions with families and communities.
- Existing health visiting models showed variability in delivery and effectiveness, with limited evidence on best practices.
Purpose Of The Study
- To synthesize evidence on pandemic-induced changes in UK health visiting.
- To identify opportunities for improving health visiting services and delivery.
Main Methods
- A realist review was conducted, engaging 28 professional stakeholders and 6 caregivers.
- Searched five electronic databases and organizational websites (Oct 2022-Apr 2023).
- Programme theory was refined through stakeholder discussions and lived experiences.
Main Results
- 118 documents informed the review, primarily focusing on England and the UK.
- The pandemic had a widespread impact on families, highlighting the resourcefulness of health visitors and the importance of trusting relationships.
- Service delivery changes were varied, often unevaluated, and highlighted complexities in practice.
Conclusions
- Health visitors are crucial for child and family well-being; digital adaptations complement but do not replace face-to-face contact.
- The pandemic exposed workforce pressures and service inconsistencies, necessitating adequate support and funding.
- Policy-makers must invest in universal home visiting, integrate services, and enhance collaboration to address inequalities.
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