Impact of COVID-19 on Visitation Policies and Family Dynamics in Long-Term Care Facilities in Taiwan: Altered Patterns of Visits on the Family Members
Journal
Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation
Series/Report No.
Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation
Journal Volume
39
Journal Issue
3
Start Page
218
End Page
225
ISSN
0882-7524
Date Issued
2023-07-01
Author(s)
DOI
10.1097/TGR.0000000000000404
Abstract
This study utilized a self-administered questionnaire and qualitative face-to-face interviews with 3 pairs of residents and family members to gather their perceptions on changes in visitation practices due to COVID-19. The study analyzed qualitative data to identify themes in visitation practices (no visitation, phone, and video visits) and their impact on family members. The findings suggested that altered patterns of visits had negative effects on the emotions of residents' family members, particularly when there was no communication between them. The study recommended that long-term care facilities should provide more support for residents and their families during the pandemic.
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Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Type
journal article