Homebound Older Individuals Living in the Community: A Pilot Study

The purpose of the present study was to gain a better understanding of the subjective experiences of homebound older individuals living in the community using the interpretive phenomenology approach. The following research questions were examined: (1) What are the daily experiences of this group? (2...

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Published in:Physical & occupational therapy in geriatrics 2005-01, Vol.23 (2), p.145-160
Main Authors: Sanders, Sarah, Polgar, Jan Miller, Kloseck, Marita, Crilly, Richard
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Community support programmes
Housebound elderly people
Qualitative research
Subjective experiences
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Summary:The purpose of the present study was to gain a better understanding of the subjective experiences of homebound older individuals living in the community using the interpretive phenomenology approach. The following research questions were examined: (1) What are the daily experiences of this group? (2) How do they manage to remain living in the community; what supports do they access & what needs are not currently being met? Interviews were conducted with nine homebound seniors. Interview transcript content was analysed for themes including: Outlook on Life, Daily Activities, Need for Assistance, Assistive Devices, Transportation, Limitations to Occupational Performance, & Barriers to Participation. Suggestions for future program development within the community are identified. 24 References.
ISSN:0270-3181
DOI:10.1300/J148v23n02_09