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. 2021 Mar;33(3):495-504.
doi: 10.1007/s40520-020-01505-3. Epub 2020 Feb 21.

The needs of older people receiving home care: a scoping review

Vladimíra Dostálová  1 , Alžběta Bártová  2 , Hana Bláhová  2 , Iva Holmerová  2
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The needs of older people receiving home care: a scoping review

Vladimíra Dostálová et al. Aging Clin Exp Res. 2021 Mar.

Abstract

Background: Most people in a state of illness or reduced self-sufficiency wish to remain in their home environment. Their physiological needs, and their psychological, social, and environmental needs, must be fully met when providing care in their home environment. The aim of this study is to provide an overview of the self-perceived needs of older people living with illness or reduced self-sufficiency and receiving professional home care.

Methods: A scoping review of articles published between 2009 and 2018 was conducted by searching six databases and Google Scholar. Inductive thematic analysis was used to analyze data from the articles retrieved.

Results: 15 articles were included in the analysis. Inductive thematic analysis identified six themes: coping with illness; autonomy; relationship with professionals; quality, safe and secure care; role in society; environment.

Conclusion/discussion: Older home care patients living with chronic illness and reduced self-sufficiency are able to express their needs and wishes. Care must, therefore, be planned in line with recipients' needs and wishes, which requires a holistic approach.

Keywords: Care provision; Home care; Needs; Wishes.

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