Emma Head, Julia Morgan, Jane Matonhodze, John Foster
{"title":"How Does Living in a Homeless Hostel Impact on Residents Lived Experience of Health and Wellbeing: A Scoping Review","authors":"Emma Head, Julia Morgan, Jane Matonhodze, John Foster","doi":"10.1155/hsc/3086235","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/3086235","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p>Living in a homeless hostel can be challenging. This global scoping review explored the impact of living in a homeless hostel on residents lived experience of health and wellbeing. A systematic process was followed using Arksey and O’Malley framework for scoping reviews with the addition of the PRISMA-ScR checklist. In total, 1094 articles were identified through database searches and a thesis search on Google Scholar. Screening of title/abstract and then full text, according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, resulted in 40 papers being included in the review. Twenty-two were carried out in the United Kingdom (UK), nine in the United States (US), four in Australia, two in Canada, one in South Africa, one in Iran and one study had a worldwide focus. The findings identify difficulties in accessing care along with incidences of discrimination, being dismissed, disrespected and other experiences of stigmatic encounters. Survival tactics and coping strategies like drug and alcohol use were employed. A lack of stability and routine added to the challenges of living in that environment. The hostel itself and the experience of homelessness were found to impact on health and well-being. This review demonstrates a picture of disadvantage, discrimination and increased disease within the populations who reside in homeless hostels. More research is needed on lived experiences of those residing in homeless hostels to understand their experiences and inform the creation of environments more conducive to good health and wellbeing.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/3086235","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143871798","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Role of Social Prescribers in Engaging Older Adults in Strength and Balance Training After Being Discharged From Physiotherapy Rehabilitation: A Qualitative Investigation","authors":"Bethany Fordham, Esther Williamson","doi":"10.1155/hsc/8292209","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/8292209","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p><b>Background:</b> Older adults are advised to undertake strength and balance training (SBT) to prevent falls. This can be provided by physiotherapy services for a limited time, but long-term engagement is required to maintain the benefits. Finding ways to support long-term engagement is needed.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Aim:</b> To understand if it is feasible to develop a referral pathway from physiotherapy services to social prescribers for engaging older adults in long-term SBT within their daily lives.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Methods:</b> We purposefully recruited and interviewed social prescribers via Microsoft Teams. We undertook a framework analysis based on the Capability-Opportunity-Motivation behaviour change framework.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Results:</b> We interviewed eight social prescribers including one manager and two whose role was related specifically to physical activity and exercise. All participants demonstrated motivation to engage older adults in SBT. However, there was variation in their perceived capability and opportunity to do this. Some felt their roles were well suited to encourage SBT as their role was linked to exercise provision, but others felt less confident and identified barriers. All participants identified that the social prescribers were becoming overwhelmed by their workload. They identified motivation as the most potent barrier to older adults engaging in SBT along with opportunity and capability barriers. Participants felt that improving motivation would be the biggest driver of behaviour change but not all felt equipped to do this.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Conclusion:</b> It may be feasible to trial setting up a referral pathway from physiotherapy services to social prescribing to support older adults to engage in SBT. However, services may lack capacity, and there was variability in how services work and social prescribers identified barriers to engaging older adults in SBT. A better option may be to explore the development of a pathway from outpatient physiotherapy services directly to community physical activity services.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/8292209","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143865754","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Emotional Well-Being of Live-In Migrant Domestic Workers: A Qualitative Study of the Experiences During Sociopolitical Crisis in Hong Kong","authors":"Kim Kwok, Yu Cheung Wong, Siu Ming Chan","doi":"10.1155/hsc/9934752","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/9934752","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p>This article explores the emotional well-being of live-in migrant domestic workers (MDWs) in Hong Kong during the 2019 sociopolitical crisis associated with the antiextradition movement (AEM). It examines their emotional experiences, the impact on their care work, and coping strategies, highlighting the interplay between emotions, emotional well-being, and mental health during the crisis. The study employs the concept of structural vulnerability to address gaps in the mental health literature. Qualitative data collection and analysis of interviews with 27 Indonesian live-in MDWs revealed their negative emotions (fear and anxiety) and suppressed positive emotions (attachment to Hong Kong), along with additional care duties and emotional labor. Coping strategies included silence and emotional distance, negatively affecting their self-perception, social connections, and mental well-being. This article argues that the unique emotional experiences of MDWs reflected internalized vulnerability, shaped by the intersection of oppressive social positions and the AEM crisis, which contributed to a heightened state of precarity for MDWs. It highlights the necessity for social care practitioners to address structural influences in their community and individual engagements. Neglecting this could hinder global efforts to promote health equity (SDG 3) and inclusive employment (SDG 8). Using an emotional lens reveals the complexity of MDWs’ work, highlighting their humanity.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/9934752","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143865691","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Valeria Caponnetto, Marco Di Nitto, Manuele Cesare, Paolo Iovino, Yari Longobucco, Ilaria Marcomini, Francesco Zaghini, Rosaria Alvaro, Alessandra Burgio, Giancarlo Cicolini, Jonathan Drennan, Loreto Lancia, Paolo Landa, Duilio Fiorenzo Manara, Beatrice Mazzoleni, Laura Rasero, Gennaro Rocco, Maurizio Zega, Loredana Sasso, Annamaria Bagnasco
{"title":"Factors Associated With Missed Nursing Care in Home Care Setting: Insights From the AIDOMUS-IT Multicentre Study","authors":"Valeria Caponnetto, Marco Di Nitto, Manuele Cesare, Paolo Iovino, Yari Longobucco, Ilaria Marcomini, Francesco Zaghini, Rosaria Alvaro, Alessandra Burgio, Giancarlo Cicolini, Jonathan Drennan, Loreto Lancia, Paolo Landa, Duilio Fiorenzo Manara, Beatrice Mazzoleni, Laura Rasero, Gennaro Rocco, Maurizio Zega, Loredana Sasso, Annamaria Bagnasco","doi":"10.1155/hsc/6664667","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/6664667","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p><b>Aims:</b> To explore factors associated with missed nursing care (MNC) in home care in Italy.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Methods:</b> A secondary analysis of the AIDOMUS-IT national cross-sectional study was conducted investigating structural factors, including details on services offered, waiting times, nurses’ working conditions and workload, nurses’ perceptions of the work environment, climate, staffing adequateness, opportunities for career advancements, leadership, level of burnout, and work-life balance. Nurses’ and patients’ characteristics were hypothesized as “part of the MNC process,” while patients’ perception of care as an MNC outcome. The “Missed Nursing Care in the Home Care” (MNC_HC) instrument was developed and validated. Other instruments used were the “Practice Environment Scale of the Nursing Work Index,” the “NASA Task Load Index,” and the “Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire version III”. Data from nursing directors, home care nurses, and patients were used in a quantile regression to explore factors linked to MNC. A univariate linear regression model assessed the relationship between MNC and patients’ evaluation of the service.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Results:</b> A total of 3949 nurses and 9780 patients participated in this study. MNC was reported by 3545 nurses (89.77%), and MNC_HC mean score of items of care missed was 5.23 (SD = 3.18) out of 9. When MNC was low, overtime work increased it, while staffing adequacy and leadership quality reduced it. When MNC was at a medium level, associated factors included longer patient waiting times, more home visits per shift, and inadequate staffing. When MNC was high, work-life conflict and burnout were strongly associated with increased MNC. High perceived workload and lack of career progression opportunities were consistently associated with MNC, regardless of its level.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Conclusion:</b> A critical appraisal of organizational and staffing features is recommended in home care. To enhance both patient outcomes and nurse satisfaction, it is advisable to implement indicators to monitor care delivery, revise nurse staffing levels, and establish advanced roles, such as specialized community nursing positions.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/6664667","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143861590","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Subjective Cognitive Decline Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in Hong Kong: A Cross-Sectional Study","authors":"Jed Montayre, Ka Man Carman Leung, Kay Kuo","doi":"10.1155/hsc/9987266","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/9987266","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p><b>Background:</b> Subjective cognitive decline (SCD) is a self-reported perception of cognitive deterioration in individuals who are cognitively normal. Cognitive functions keep steady during adulthood up until around age 40; thereafter, individuals are more likely to experience cognitive decline. SCD is viewed as a possible early sign of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Early detection and intervention addressing SCD could delay the onset of mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Several tools have been developed and evaluated for the phenomenon of SCD in different countries; however, limited research findings can be found in Hong Kong.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Objective:</b> To investigate the prevalence of SCD among middle-aged and older adults in Hong Kong and identify the related factors contributing to its occurrence.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Methods:</b> A cross-sectional survey was undertaken from December 2023 to January 2024 to 200 individuals living in Hong Kong aged 50 years or older. The respondents filled out a questionnaire that collected demographic information, including gender, age, education level and health status. They also completed the Subjective Cognitive Decline Questionnaire-21. Descriptive analysis, logistic analysis and factor analysis were conducted in this study.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Results:</b> A total of 200 samples were collected, of which 122 were classified as having SCD, leading to a prevalence rate of 61% that exceeds that of neighbouring countries. SCD was correlated with the self-rated health score. The Cronbach’s alpha was 0.905. The findings demonstrated significant differences in response to patterns between the two scoring groups for all questions. The results of the factor analysis confirmed the reliability of the four-factor structure, reinforcing the strength of the scale.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Conclusion:</b> The study analysed the prevalence of SCD among middle-aged and older adults in Hong Kong as well as explored the relationship between various factors and SCD. The initial insights gained from the questionnaire will inform the future development of more comprehensive and effective solutions to address cognitive decline in older adults in Hong Kong.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/9987266","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143861589","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Assessing the Demand for Peer Mentorship Among Refugees and Migrants: Insights From a Qualitative Focus Group Study","authors":"Lars Thrysøe, Lisa Duus, Dorthe Susanne Nielsen","doi":"10.1155/hsc/7118794","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/7118794","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p><b>Objective:</b> This qualitative study aimed to explore the tasks, competencies, and qualifications necessary for an upcoming peer mentor program to support patients with refugee and migrant backgrounds in navigating the healthcare system and their daily lives. The study aimed to uncover the expectations of social workers and healthcare professionals regarding peer mentors and the program.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Methods:</b> The study used focus group interviews and individual interviews with healthcare professionals and social workers. Data were analyzed using a hermeneutic phenomenological approach and Malterud’s text condensation. In the study, we consider individuals with refugee, migrant, and asylum seeker backgrounds equally.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Results:</b> Two main themes emerged: “Patients at risk of being lost in transition” and “Expectations and role of Peer Mentors.” The first theme highlighted the challenges that migrants face in navigating the healthcare and social sectors due to language barriers and complex systems. The second theme emphasized the importance of peer mentors as cultural bridge builders, supporting patients’ understanding of Danish society and the healthcare system and addressing their unique needs.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Conclusions and Implications for Practice:</b> The study emphasizes the vulnerability of migrants and the potential benefits of a peer mentor program. The findings highlight the need for a well-designed program that provides training and support to peer mentors, facilitates sector collaboration, and addresses the complex challenges faced by migrants.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/7118794","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143853059","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Interrelationships Between the Holistic Wellbeing Quadrants and Social Wellbeing of Older Persons in Ghana","authors":"Joseph Kojo Oduro","doi":"10.1155/hsc/5023600","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/5023600","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p>The global population is ageing at an unprecedented rate, with Africa experiencing the fastest growth in the number of older persons (aged 60 and above), followed by Latin America, the Caribbean and Asia. Like other developing nations, such as Zimbabwe, Namibia, India and Indonesia, Ghana is witnessing a rapid rise in its ageing population. It is crucial to understand and address the unique wellbeing needs of Ghanaian older persons. This study examined the interrelationships between emotional, physical, psychological and spiritual wellbeing and their collective influence on the social wellbeing of older persons in Ghana. Using data from the World Health Organization’s Study on Global Ageing and Adult Health (SAGE) Wave 2, a sample of 1927 individuals aged 60 and above was analysed through structural equation modelling (SEM). Results reveal that physical wellbeing (<i>β</i> = 0.57, <i>p</i> < 0.001) strongly predicts social wellbeing, followed by spiritual (<i>β</i> = 0.25, <i>p</i> < 0.001), emotional (<i>β</i> = 0.17, <i>p</i> < 0.001) and psychological (<i>β</i> = 0.17, <i>p</i> < 0.001) wellbeing. In addition, each wellbeing dimension interacts synergistically, enhancing overall social wellbeing (integration, acceptance, coherence, contribution and actualisation). Factors such as sex, marital status and perceived health significantly mediate these relationships, with older females and married individuals reporting higher social wellbeing. The findings highlight the need for multidimensional interventions to support healthy ageing, advocating for policies that enhance the interconnected wellbeing dimensions to foster social inclusion and quality of life for older persons in Ghana. Holistic care models should be adopted for multidimensional care approaches addressing emotional, physical, psychological and spiritual wellbeing to enhance social wellbeing of older persons.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/5023600","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143846000","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Licong Xing, Shahla Akram, Mehboob Ul Hassan, Hamza Khurram, Hassan Shaheryar, Muhammad Farrukh Shahzad
{"title":"The Impact of Household Resilience and Dietary Diversity on Child Malnutrition","authors":"Licong Xing, Shahla Akram, Mehboob Ul Hassan, Hamza Khurram, Hassan Shaheryar, Muhammad Farrukh Shahzad","doi":"10.1155/hsc/6553434","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/6553434","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p>This study examines the impact of household resilience and dietary diversity on child malnutrition in Pakistan using data from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2017–2020. By analyzing the relationship between household resilience, minimum dietary diversity (MDD), and malnutrition indicators—stunting, underweight, and wasting—the findings reveal a significant association. Higher household resilience is linked to better dietary diversity and lower malnutrition rates, with resilient households showing reduced prevalence of stunting, underweight, and wasting among children. MDD emerges as a fundamental protective factor, with children consuming minimum diverse foods demonstrating improved nutritional outcomes. Particularly, regional disparities are evident, with provinces such as Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan exhibiting higher malnutrition rates compared to Punjab. The study underscores the importance of enhancing household resilience and dietary diversity to combat malnutrition in Pakistan, advocating for targeted interventions to improve child health outcomes.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/6553434","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143840522","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Social Construction of Palliative Care for Individuals With Dementia: Implications for Social and Healthcare Assistants and Helpers Working in Nursing Homes and Home Care","authors":"Jahan Shabnam, Mette Raunkiaer","doi":"10.1155/hsc/3480655","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/3480655","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p><b>Background:</b> Social, organizational, and cultural factors often shape the concept of palliative care. These factors can significantly impact how frontline support workers in Denmark—specifically social and healthcare assistants and helpers—perceive and provide palliative care in nursing homes and home care settings for individuals with dementia. This study examines how these perceptions affect their practices when caring for individuals with dementia in nursing homes and home care.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Methods:</b> From September 2023 to December 2023, data were gathered from eight focus group interviews with 40 social and healthcare assistants and helpers across three municipalities. Transcribed interviews were analyzed in NVivo, employing an abductive approach that combined Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis with Potter’s discourse analysis to explore how language constructs meaning within these categorizations.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Findings:</b> Thematic analysis identified three themes: (1) the meaning and context of palliative care, (2) institutional factors influencing palliative care practice, and (3) emotional and relational aspects of palliative care. Findings indicate that many social and healthcare assistants and helpers primarily associate palliative care with end-of-life care rather than recognizing its relevance throughout the dementia trajectory (Theme 1). This narrow understanding limits their engagement in early-stage palliative approaches, such as symptom management, emotional support, and advanced care planning. Institutional constraints, such as time pressure and unclear guidelines (Theme 2), further restrict opportunities to integrate palliative care into dementia care proactively. Additionally, the emotional and relational challenges of caregiving (Theme 3) contribute to uncertainties in initiating palliative care discussions at earlier stages of dementia. As a result, this study highlights a prevalent misconception among social and healthcare assistants and helpers, who often view palliative care as limited to end-of-life care, leading to missed opportunities for holistic, proactive dementia care.</p>\u0000 <p><b>Conclusion:</b> By broadening the understanding of palliative care to include ongoing symptom management, emotional support, and advance care planning while addressing the emotional and relational aspects of providing care, healthcare assistants and helpers can better meet the comprehensive needs of individuals with dementia.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/3480655","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143831460","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Elena Cuartero-Castañer, José Francisco Campos-Vidal, Paula Hidalgo-Andrade, Katty Lozano-Montesdeoca, Patricia Bonilla Sierra
{"title":"Balancing Compassion and Self-Care: Insights From Palliative Care Professionals and Volunteers","authors":"M. Elena Cuartero-Castañer, José Francisco Campos-Vidal, Paula Hidalgo-Andrade, Katty Lozano-Montesdeoca, Patricia Bonilla Sierra","doi":"10.1155/hsc/5874963","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/5874963","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 <p>Working in palliative care is both an exhausting and an enriching experience. Self-care is vital because it protects against the risk of developing burnout and predicts higher quality of life levels. Self-care is a shared responsibility between the individuals and their contexts. This qualitative study aimed to understand the self-care practices of Ecuadorian palliative care teams and design a self-care self-planning tool for local volunteers, students, and professionals. A total of 71 individuals participated in 10 focus groups in four cities in Ecuador. Data were analyzed through thematic analysis. The results provide a comprehensive overview of the self-care strategies employed by palliative care professionals, volunteers, and students who have concluded internships within the field. These strategies could serve as mechanisms to manage complex situations and promote healthy and satisfactory scenarios. Results indicate a low self-care practice in the personal and professional realms. With that in mind, the results were divided into two main themes. For personal self-care, participants referred to the importance of spirituality and biological, psychological, and social aspects of self-care. On the other hand, for self-care at work, people emphasized the importance of support, professional development, making time for self-analysis, and managing workload. Developing practical approaches requires a holistic perspective that considers contexts, overcomes barriers, and promotes practices that support professionals’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Using the insight from the results, we provide a tool to facilitate personalized self-care planning.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":48195,"journal":{"name":"Health & Social Care in the Community","volume":"2025 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/hsc/5874963","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143831208","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}