Compassion and person‐centred care: Survey development for aged care workers

Gordon, Susan; Burns, Rebecca; Champion, Stephanie; Niutta, Liana; Bennett, Paul

doi:10.1111/ajag.13022

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“…The process of adapting the tools utilised cognitive interviewing. A description of the development of the modified tools and a reliability study has previously been published 18 …”

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Effectiveness of an aged simulation training suit to support development of compassion and person‐centred care in the aged‐care workforce

Bennett

Burns²,

Champion

et al. 2022

Australas J Ageing

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Objectives: The Australian aged-care sector employees are diverse, with a wide range of training backgrounds and work experience. Compassion and personcentred care (PCC) are essential for quality care. Effective training is required to facilitate compassion and PCC in the diverse workforce. Methods: Eligible staff members (n = 732) participated in a 3-hour training activity using an aged simulation training suit. Training sessions were offered at eight ACH Group residential care sites. During the training, staff were required to complete functional daily tasks while wearing the suit. Pre-and post-training questionnaires were used to assess change in staff members' self-assessment of compassion and PCC. The Compassion Competence Scale and the Personcentred Care Assessment Tool were used to assess compassion and PCC. Results: In total, 160 (22%) staff members participated in the evaluation of the training. Overall, participants reported significant improvements in self-reported compassion (p < 0.01) and PCC after the training (p < 0.001), compassionate communication (p < 0.001) and insight (p < 0.001), and ability to personalise care (p < 0.001) and in recognising patients' environmental accessibility (p < 0.01). Conclusions:The simulation activity improved aspects of compassion and person-centred care for the aged-care workforce. Further research is required to understand whether these changes are reflected in daily practice.

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“…The process of adapting the tools utilised cognitive interviewing. A description of the development of the modified tools and a reliability study has previously been published 18 …”

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“…A description of the development of the modified tools and a reliability study has previously been published. 18 The subscales and scoring procedures used for the modified tools remained as developed for the original scales.…”

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Effectiveness of an aged simulation training suit to support development of compassion and person‐centred care in the aged‐care workforce

Bennett

Burns²,

Champion

et al. 2022

Australas J Ageing

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“…However, when supported by adaptive leadership, 12 person‐centred care provides residents with better control over their environment and emotions, leading to decreased adverse behaviours, improved physical function and independence 2 . This can enhance the quality of life for the resident, family members and staff as well as improved safety and cost‐effectiveness 13 within the service.…”

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Role of occupational therapy in person‐centred dementia care: Exploring family member and clinician perceptions

Richards,

Mills,

Hitch

2024

Australas J Ageing

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ObjectiveThis study aimed to explore the role of occupational therapy in dementia facilities using a person‐centred model of care, from the perspective of family members, occupational therapists and multidisciplinary health professionals.MethodsA descriptive qualitative approach was adopted, and all data were evaluated using thematic analysis. Semi‐structured interviews were completed with eight family members and five multidisciplinary health professionals. Four occupational therapists practising in dementia care also provided qualitative data via an online survey.ResultsThe analysis identified two key themes around perceptions of occupational therapy in person‐centred dementia care. These themes were (1) the poorly defined scope of the occupational therapy role and (2) the perceived features of the occupational therapy role.ConclusionsWhile the perceptions and experiences of participants varied, the scope of this role is currently poorly defined. Occupational therapists in this setting commonly facilitate positive social interaction and present‐oriented occupational engagement with residents and are also recognised as building workforce capacity with multidisciplinary colleagues. Without a clearly defined scope of practice, the role of occupational therapy in enabling health and well‐being for people with dementia cannot be coherently articulated. This could lead to underutilisation of occupational therapy services, and lost opportunities for residents to experience improved health and well‐being.

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“…Articles in this Issue note the challenges of both measuring and maintaining compassion. 2,3 Bennett et al's article discusses the innovative use of an aged simulation suit to engender compassion and person-centred care. 4 Jameson and Parkinson report that both individual and organisation factors influence compassion fatigue.…”

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“…The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety's Final Report 1 highlighted the importance of compassion in the provision of aged care services. Articles in this Issue note the challenges of both measuring and maintaining compassion 2,3 . Bennett et al's article discusses the innovative use of an aged simulation suit to engender compassion and person‐centred care 4 .…”

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