Tracy Janet P, DeYoung Sandra
Department of Nursing, College of Science and Health, William Paterson University, Wayne, New Jersey 07470, USA.
J Gerontol Nurs. 2004 Oct;30(10):26-33. doi: 10.3928/0098-9134-20041001-09.
This qualitative study examined the effects of relocating to an assisted living facility in a select sample of elderly individuals. Small group interviews with open-ended discussion allow participants to express feelings about their transitional experi ence and recall situations in their adjustment process. Theme arising from the data included self-motivating factors, ties to the past, independence, affection, and adjustment, which co related with the principles of assisted living. This study revealed a beginning understanding of the experience of moving from a private home to assisted living and provided a framework for a new vision of these residents. Nursing implications are included that offer ways to provide assistance and further facilitate adjustment.
这项定性研究调查了特定样本中的老年人搬迁至辅助生活设施的影响。通过开放式讨论进行的小组访谈让参与者能够表达他们对过渡经历的感受，并回忆起他们适应过程中的各种情况。从数据中得出的主题包括自我激励因素、与过去的联系、独立性、情感和适应，这些都与辅助生活的原则相关。本研究揭示了对从私人住宅搬到辅助生活设施这一经历的初步理解，并为这些居民的新愿景提供了一个框架。其中还包括护理方面的启示，提供了提供帮助和进一步促进适应的方法。
