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The Culture Change Movement Among Nursing Homes: Social Workers/Health Care Professionals Perspective, Emily Nesbitt
The Culture Change Movement Among Nursing Homes: Social Workers/Health Care Professionals Perspective, Emily Nesbitt
Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers
The purpose of this study was to examine the experience of social workers and other health care professionals that are working in facilities that are or have implemented the Culture Change Movement (CCM) and to determine its impact on older adults and those working with them. This qualitative research study examines social workers and other health care professionals’ perspectives on the implementation of the CCM in nursing home settings. Six licensed social workers and two registered nurses were interviewed for this study from various surrounding nursing homes that are or have implemented the CCM. A semi-structured interview was conducted with …
The Effect Of Playback Theatre On Managing Elderly Bullying In Senior Communities, Jennifer E. Rooney
The Effect Of Playback Theatre On Managing Elderly Bullying In Senior Communities, Jennifer E. Rooney
Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers
This qualitative research project explores the long established social problem of bullying among the expanding population of adults over 65. One of the main goals is to identify effective interventions in addressing the problem, specifically Playback Theatre. Grounded theory was implemented in data analysis. The social work theory of Person in Environment (PIE) and Systems Theory were used as the theoretical framework for formulating questions and interpreting answers. Seven professionals working in assisted living and senior public housing were questioned regarding their observations and experiences of elderly bullying within their facilities. Data analysis occurred within a three-month period. The main …
Older Adults And The Long-Term Care Crisis: Increasing Capacity For Commuty Independence Through Social Workers And Supportive Caregivers, Emily Kay Snyder
Older Adults And The Long-Term Care Crisis: Increasing Capacity For Commuty Independence Through Social Workers And Supportive Caregivers, Emily Kay Snyder
Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers
The present study explores how social workers can collaborate with older adults and their family caregivers in transitional care facilities to increase older adults’ ability to live independently in the community versus receive institutionalized care. The data was gathered through five interview sessions with licensed social workers in transitional care units serving geriatric populations. Findings suggest that involved family caregivers who demonstrate knowledge of an older adult’s medical condition play an integral role in the older adult’s treatment plan and continued success in the community by facilitating communication with the treatment team and providing necessary supportive cares in the community. …