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View article: Exploring Bed Sensor Technology: Interdisciplinary Insights in a Geriatric Assessment Inpatient Setting
Exploring Bed Sensor Technology: Interdisciplinary Insights in a Geriatric Assessment Inpatient Setting Open
Background and Objectives Sleep quality is a critical component of health and recovery for hospitalized older adults, yet current monitoring practices often lack the precision and detail required for effective intervention. This qualitativ…
View article: Feasibility and acceptability of gamified cycling exercise for residents in a long-term care home: A qualitative study
Feasibility and acceptability of gamified cycling exercise for residents in a long-term care home: A qualitative study Open
Gamification can motivate older adults to exercise by transforming physical activities into enjoyable experiences. Incorporating gaming elements in cycling exercises can foster a sense of interest and achievement, potentially improving hea…
View article: Stories, Arts, and Equity: Intergenerational Qualitative Methods for Inclusive Public Health Research
Stories, Arts, and Equity: Intergenerational Qualitative Methods for Inclusive Public Health Research Open
Health inequalities persist despite extensive public health research and interventions. Qualitative approaches are increasingly recognized for their ability to capture the nuanced, lived experiences of marginalized populations—an essential…
View article: “Nothing is going to replace an in-person visit”: Canadian long-term care providers’ and recipients’ perspectives on when telehealth for physician visits is not appropriate
“Nothing is going to replace an in-person visit”: Canadian long-term care providers’ and recipients’ perspectives on when telehealth for physician visits is not appropriate Open
Background Within long-term care (LTC) homes, telehealth use has been found to reduce unnecessary emergency department transfers, support the care needs of rural and underserved communities, and supplement in-person physician care. Despite…
View article: Outside in: A Protocol for Qualitative Study of the Implementation of Immersive Technology in Dementia Care
Outside in: A Protocol for Qualitative Study of the Implementation of Immersive Technology in Dementia Care Open
Older adults living in hospitals and long-term care (LTC) settings often lack opportunities for meaningful social engagement and interaction with the outside world, particularly due to mobility disabilities and frailty. Immersive virtual r…
View article: Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence in Academia
Undergraduate Nursing Students’ Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence in Academia Open
With Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools becoming increasingly commonplace, the usage of AI-enabled tools in education has also grown. AI-enabled tools refer to machines incorporated with human-like capabilities, such as reasoning, interpre…
View article: The Impact of Telepresence Robots on Family Caregivers and Residents in Long-Term Care
The Impact of Telepresence Robots on Family Caregivers and Residents in Long-Term Care Open
Telepresence robots can enhance social connection and support person-centered care in long-term care (LTC) homes. This study evaluates their impact in facilitating virtual visits between family caregivers and older residents in Canadian LT…
View article: Reflexive case studies on conducting technology implementation research in long-term care homes
Reflexive case studies on conducting technology implementation research in long-term care homes Open
Background Technological advancements offer the potential to address healthcare challenges, such as improving residents’ quality of life in long-term care homes (LTCHs). However, there is often a mismatch between developed technologies and…
View article: Perspectives on artificial intelligence-enabled socially assistive robots in long-term care: Experiences with LOVOT among people with dementia and family caregivers
Perspectives on artificial intelligence-enabled socially assistive robots in long-term care: Experiences with LOVOT among people with dementia and family caregivers Open
Objective Artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled Socially Assistive Robots (SARs) are reshaping dementia care in long-term care (LTC) settings. This critical reflection paper, co-authored by co-researchers (people living with dementia and fa…
View article: A qualitative study on virtual reality and psychosocial needs of residents living with dementia in long-term care
A qualitative study on virtual reality and psychosocial needs of residents living with dementia in long-term care Open
Objectives Virtual reality (VR) holds significant potential to address the psychosocial needs of residents living with dementia in long-term care (LTC) settings. This study employed a qualitative research approach, guided by Kitwood's pers…
View article: Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice on Digital Eye Strain Among Healthcare Students at a Private University in Northern Peninsular Malaysia
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice on Digital Eye Strain Among Healthcare Students at a Private University in Northern Peninsular Malaysia Open
Background In this modern era, the practice of online learning and various academic assignments necessitate the use of digital device among university students. With prolonged and inappropriate use, they are prone to the risk of experienci…
View article: Game on: Staff Insights into Gamified Exercise for Long-Term Care Residents Living with Dementia—A Pilot Study
Game on: Staff Insights into Gamified Exercise for Long-Term Care Residents Living with Dementia—A Pilot Study Open
Background/Objectives: The aging population presents significant challenges to healthcare systems, with conditions like dementia severely affecting the quality of life for older adults, especially those in long-term care. Gamification has …
View article: Ethical considerations in the use of social robots for supporting mental health and wellbeing in older adults in long-term care
Ethical considerations in the use of social robots for supporting mental health and wellbeing in older adults in long-term care Open
Social robots are increasingly being utilized to address mental health challenges in older adults, such as depression, anxiety, and loneliness. However, ethical concerns surrounding their use are insufficiently explored in empirical resear…
View article: Feasibility and Acceptability of Deploying a Collaborative Service Robot in Long-Term Care: Staff Experiences
Feasibility and Acceptability of Deploying a Collaborative Service Robot in Long-Term Care: Staff Experiences Open
In Long-Term Care (LTC), staff members are responsible for addressing residents’ complex needs. Emerging research suggests integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled service robots can enhance staff care delivery. We aim to explore t…
View article: The Impact of Telepresence Robots on Family Caregivers and Residents in Long-Term Care
The Impact of Telepresence Robots on Family Caregivers and Residents in Long-Term Care Open
Telepresence robots can enhance social connection and support person-centered care in long-term care (LTC) homes. This study evaluates their impact in facilitating virtual visits between family caregivers and older residents in Canadian ca…
View article: Facilitators, barriers, and impacts to implementing dementia care training for staff in long-term care settings by using fully immersive virtual reality: a scoping review
Facilitators, barriers, and impacts to implementing dementia care training for staff in long-term care settings by using fully immersive virtual reality: a scoping review Open
Background The increasing ageing population highlights the urgent need for enhanced dementia care training among formal caregivers. Virtual reality technology has emerged as an innovative tool to address this challenge, offering potential …
View article: Exploring bed sensor sleep technology: insights from an interdisciplinary team in a geriatric assessment inpatient setting
Exploring bed sensor sleep technology: insights from an interdisciplinary team in a geriatric assessment inpatient setting Open
Sleep quality is a critical component of health and recovery for hospitalized older adults, yet current monitoring practices often lack the precision and detail required for effective intervention. This qualitative study aimed to evaluate …
View article: Exploring the Sources and Experiences of Joy in Caregiving: Insights From Formal Caregivers in Long-Term Care
Exploring the Sources and Experiences of Joy in Caregiving: Insights From Formal Caregivers in Long-Term Care Open
This study highlights the relational and evolving nature of joy in caregiving, the influence of internal attitudes and supportive environments, and the impact of joy on resilience and burnout. The findings contribute to characterizing how …
View article: The use and impact of virtual reality programs supported by aromatherapy for older adults: A scoping review protocol
The use and impact of virtual reality programs supported by aromatherapy for older adults: A scoping review protocol Open
Both virtual reality and aromatherapy have shown promising impacts on the health and well-being of older adults. Aromatherapy has been reported to enhance immersive experiences during virtual reality programs. However, studies on the combi…
View article: Game On: Staff Insights into Gamified Exercise for Long-Term Care Residents Living with Dementia
Game On: Staff Insights into Gamified Exercise for Long-Term Care Residents Living with Dementia Open
Background/Objectives: The aging population presents significant challenges to healthcare systems, with conditions like dementia severely affecting the quality of life for older adults, especially those in long-term care. Gamification has …
View article: Care partner experience with telepresence robots in long-term care during COVID-19 pandemic
Care partner experience with telepresence robots in long-term care during COVID-19 pandemic Open
Objective As people living with dementia move into long-term care (LTC), their care partners face a difficult role change from primary caregiver to visitor, losing a significant degree of control and direct care involvement. The COVID-19 p…
View article: Behind the Frontlines: Insights for Supporting Mental Health and Staff Retention in the Long-Term Care Workforce
Behind the Frontlines: Insights for Supporting Mental Health and Staff Retention in the Long-Term Care Workforce Open
Background/Objectives: Canada’s long-term care (LTC) sector is struggling with a significant staffing crisis related to shortages, high-turnover rate, and challenging working conditions. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these issues and e…
View article: The Use and Impact of Virtual Reality Programs Supported by Aromatherapy for Older Adults: A Scoping Review
The Use and Impact of Virtual Reality Programs Supported by Aromatherapy for Older Adults: A Scoping Review Open
Both virtual reality (VR) and aromatherapy have shown significant potential in enhancing the health and well-being of older adults. Aromatherapy has been noted to improve the immersive quality of VR experiences. However, the combined use o…
View article: Learnings From a Novel Virtual Care Planning Intervention Targeting Registered Practical Nurses in Long-Term Care Homes During COVID-19
Learnings From a Novel Virtual Care Planning Intervention Targeting Registered Practical Nurses in Long-Term Care Homes During COVID-19 Open
Introduction: The PIECES approach has been utilized for over 25 years across various Canadian healthcare settings, including long-term care (LTC). PIECES fosters a team-based, person-centred approach to addressing responsive behaviors—such…
View article: INTERGENERATIONAL SILENT DISCO PARTIES FOR OLDER ADULTS LIVING IN LONG-TERM CARE
INTERGENERATIONAL SILENT DISCO PARTIES FOR OLDER ADULTS LIVING IN LONG-TERM CARE Open
Silent disco headphone parties in long-term care (LTC) settings offer a unique way to bring residents together to dance and share musical experiences through wireless, multichannel headphones. Unlike traditional group activities, these par…
View article: EXPLORING BED SENSOR SLEEP TECH: INSIGHTS FROM INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM IN A GERIATRIC ASSESSMENT INPATIENT SETTING
EXPLORING BED SENSOR SLEEP TECH: INSIGHTS FROM INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM IN A GERIATRIC ASSESSMENT INPATIENT SETTING Open
Poor sleep can affect cognitive function and decrease overall quality of life. Evaluating sleep is critical in the care of hospitalized older adults. This study compared the use of traditional paper-based logs charted by nurses to record s…