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A new study conducted by researchers at Queensland University of Technology in Australia aims to improve mental health practices and outcomes for individuals living in residential aged care (RAC) facilities. The study will involve a two-stage sequential and mixed methods codesign methodology, including qualitative interviews and focus groups with residents, family/care partners, and RAC staff. The findings of the study will be published in peer-reviewed journals and disseminated through various channels. The research aims to develop a mental health performance indicator tool for use in Australian RAC facilities. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Bremen, Germany, Europe, Social Science, Science, University of Bremen. Keywords: Bremen; Germany; Europe; Social Science; Science EN Bremen Germany Europe Social Science Science 79 79 1 05/02/23 20230505 NES 230505 2023 MAY 7 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health Insurance Week -- Fresh data on Science - Social Science are presented in a new report. The news reporters obtained a quote from the research from the University of Bremen, "This paper challenges these assumptions and argues that care policies that generously support family carers might also alleviate some of the social risks related to family care. [Extracted from the article]

A report from researchers at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, Canada explores the connection between the crises in seniors' care and processes of privatization and financialization. The researchers argue that rent theory is important for understanding the mechanisms underlying financialization in the sector, including accumulation by dispossession, devaluation of labor, and assetization. The paper employs a feminist political economy approach to examine the restructuring of eldercare in British Columbia, Canada over the past two decades. The research has been peer-reviewed and is available in the journal Environment and Planning A Economy and Space. [Extracted from the article]

This paper endeavors to comprehensively elucidate diverse eldercare facility types in rural China, delineating their intrinsic characteristics and prerequisites for construction. Keywords: Asia; China; Health and Medicine EN Asia China Health and Medicine 5748 5748 1 09/25/23 20230929 NES 230929 2023 SEP 29 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Current study results on agriculture have been published. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the University of Sanya explores the current situation and challenges of community home nursing services in the Internet+ era. The researchers developed a smart community home care system using Internet of Things (IoT) technology, which includes sensors and alarms to monitor the posture and vital signs of older adults and issue alerts in case of falls. An empirical study was conducted to analyze the satisfaction and perceived importance of the system among elderly users, and the results showed high levels of satisfaction and perceived importance. The study concludes that the smart community home care system is feasible and effective in improving the personal safety of older people. [Extracted from the article]

A report from investigators at York University in Toronto, Canada, examines the issue of corporate accountability in for-profit care homes for the elderly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research highlights how these care homes continued to pay bonuses to executives and dividends to investors while COVID-related deaths increased. The study explores the healthcare and financial governance systems in the industry and argues that they work together to dissipate corporate accountability, creating a fragmented and inadequate system. The researchers suggest that this division within the moral community allows corporations to be seen as accountable entities. [Extracted from the article]

New research from Flinders University suggests that falls in residential aged care homes can be prevented through regular exercise and personalized falls prevention plans. Falls in older adults cost Australia's health systems $2.5 billion annually, with 130,000 older Australians hospitalized and 5,000 dying from falls each year. The research emphasizes the importance of exercise programs tailored to individual abilities and preferences, as well as conducting individual falls risk assessments to inform interventions. The findings have informed the upcoming Australian Falls prevention guidelines and highlight the need for ongoing falls prevention programs in aged care homes. [Extracted from the article]

In the context of high migration rates and limited formal care support for the elderly the paper deals with normative expectations and actual flows of support in Lithuanian transnational families. The study is based on a representative survey of elderly parents who have at least one migrant child (N=305). The data analysis revealed predominance of familistic attitudes towards filial responsibilities in transnational families. We did not find any significant differences in filial expectations between the two types of transnational families (elderly parents having only migrant children and those with both migrant and non-migrant children). High expectations of elderly parents are not being met in regards to face-to-face and virtual contacts with migrant adult children. The differences in provided/ received emotional support between migrant and non-migrant children were insignificant. However, the data revealed significant differences in provided/received financial support between migrant and non-migrant children. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A new report from researchers at Jiangsu University explores the acceptance of institutional care among rural elderly people in Shandong Province, China. The study found that only 17.71% of respondents expressed willingness to receive services from elderly care institutions. Factors such as education level, trust in elderly care institutions, support from adult children, number of children, understanding of elderly care institutions, neighbors' choices of elderly care methods, and ability to contribute to the family all influenced the decision to receive nursing services. The research suggests strengthening spiritual and cultural construction, government guidance of public opinion, and increased pension subsidies to reduce the burden of national elderly care. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from Griffith University discusses the challenges faced by aged care services during infectious disease outbreaks, particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic. The researchers conducted a systematic literature review and identified four dominant themes for pandemic preparedness in the aged care sector: staff training and development, safety culture, creating a safe environment, and risk and resource management. The study recommends measures such as ready access to personal protective equipment, meaningful communication, increased hazard and risk awareness, and the establishment of a safety culture within aged care services. The full article can be accessed for free through the provided link. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Maynooth University explores the potential link between childhood trauma and the onset of dementia in later life. The study suggests that trauma-informed approaches, such as the Montessori Method, could be beneficial in dementia care. The Montessori Method incorporates principles of trauma-informed practice and has the capacity to be trauma-sensitive and trauma-responsive. The study recommends integrating knowledge about the neurobiology of trauma into training programs for the Montessori Method in dementia care. [Extracted from the article]

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of visiting a New Hampshire-based home-health care client, a 89-year-old lady, to help her in her work such as cooking, bathing and getting ready.

Keywords: Asia; China; Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease; Clinical Research; Clinical Trials and Studies; Elderly Care; Health and Medicine; Lung Diseases and Conditions EN Asia China Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Research Clinical Trials and Studies Elderly Care Health and Medicine Lung Diseases and Conditions 1441 1441 1 07/17/23 20230721 NES 230721 2023 JUL 17 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Respiratory Therapeutics Week -- New study results on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have been published. For more information on this research see: Health status and elderly care: theory and evidence from a randomized trial with COPD patients in China. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Elderly Care; Health and Medicine; Public Health EN Elderly Care Health and Medicine Public Health 2023 FEB 10 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Researchers detail new data in public health. Elderly Care, Health and Medicine, Public Health. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the developments in the efforts in Japan to automate elder care through the use of robots. Also cited are the limitations in the abilities of care robots like Robear, the activities that the robots are designed for like assisting the elderly with mobility and exercise, helping them in taking a bath and using the toilet, and preventing falls, and how said robots are creating more problems rather than providing benefits.

The current socioeconomic and political crises plaguing Lebanon have exacerbated the ongoing care crisis, in particular for care workers and elderly care recipients. Over the past decade, non-Arab migrant domestic workers have been, alongside family members, primarily responsible for providing privatized, in-home care for ageing Lebanese. This care, ranging from cooking and cleaning to administering medicines and providing care for people with disabilities, exists in the stark absence of substantive state-provided services for a rapidly ageing population. Under the pressures of the current economic crisis, however, the arrangements of this form of commodified care have come under particular strain, causing both care workers and care recipients to suffer. To better understand elderly care needs in Lebanon amidst the current, multi-faceted crisis, this report foregrounds the personal experiences and needs of both care workers, primarily non-Arab migrant domestic workers, and elderly care employers and recipients. Findings suggest that the most acute care needs for elderly Lebanese include long-term healthcare, emotional companionship, and domestic labor, at an affordable price. Workers highlighted the overwhelming nature of elderly work, their need for workplace support, and ultimately, their demands for a better legislative framework to protect them as migrant workers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports that members of Queensland Nurses & Midwives Union (QNMU) such as Dianne Power, Ginny Mashford, and Pat McLean efforts on realities of working in aged care. It mentions Fair Work Commission full bench awarded direct care workers in the aged care sector an interim 15 percent increase to the award rate which is the biggest increase to aged care award wages in decades. It also mentions foregoing dental treatment because it was too expensive.

A study conducted by the Nanjing Institute of Technology in China aims to design a rehabilitation medical product system for intelligent elderly care environments. The research focuses on enhancing the efficiency of rehabilitation training for older adults by integrating intelligent technologies and user-centered design principles. The proposed solutions address the unique rehabilitation challenges faced by the elderly, with the goal of improving the quality of care and support in intelligent elderly care apartments. The study provides practical and feasible strategies for meeting the healthcare requirements specific to elderly care settings. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology in Japan have published a report on engineering solutions for monitoring the activities of daily living (ADL) and healthcare data of elderly individuals. The researchers propose a data gathering system model for elderly care in network deficient environments, such as rural or remote areas. The system utilizes autonomous device-to-device (D2D) communications and ad hoc D2D links to collect sensor data without relying on existing network infrastructures. Field trials in a mountainous village confirmed the feasibility and usefulness of the proposed system for gathering ADL sensor data in network deficient environments. [Extracted from the article]

A report from RWTH Aachen University discusses the acceptance of telemedicine in nursing homes. The study aimed to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations of geriatric patients and support care personnel in medically uncertain situations. The research found positive evaluations of telemedical consultations in both pre- and post-implementation evaluations, with post-evaluations showing a lower evaluation of perceived barriers. The study provides insights for guidelines and recommendations on the communication and information of telemedical applications, considering the needs and wishes of care personnel as a central user group. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the housing crisis in regional Victoria, with a significant demand for affordable housing for vulnerable older people. Wintringham, an organization providing housing support, is facing challenges due to the dwindling supply of affordable housing, increased property prices, and landlords selling rental properties, leading to homelessness for older individuals.

The article focuses on several aspects of divorce with reference to the Family Law Act 1975 (FLA). It mentions that economic aspects of divorce have created a necessity for the government to avoid unnecessary divorce. It highlights that cost of divorce on society occurs in three areas which are aged care, health of people and children.

A Florida eldercare facility that leverages Uniguest technology and digital signage in eldercare has been featured in "The Human Component," a BBC StoryWorks series presented by the Consumer Technology Association, according to a press release. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A recent systematic review conducted by researchers at Griffith University examined the evidence relating to consumer-directed care (CDC) in the aged care environment. CDC aims to empower aged care recipients by providing them with choice and flexibility in their care. The review identified six themes that emerged from the literature, including informed choice, policy, and know me, include me. The researchers found that authentic consumer choice requires collaboratively designed care plans and the cultivation of inclusive and transparent environments. Providers who have embraced CDC principles have enhanced person-centered care and consumer experience. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from Griffith University discusses the evolving role of aged care managers in Australia. The research highlights how these roles have shifted from focusing solely on clinical skills to encompassing governance, business, facilities, and service management skills. This change is in response to findings from the 2021 Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety and the 2022 NSW Parliamentary Committee report, which identified workforce issues and the need for improved governance and management. The study identifies five main competencies for aged care managers: interpersonal communication, organizational and time management, quality improvement, business development, and leadership and human resources. These competencies align with the revised Australasian College of Health Service Management competency domains. [Extracted from the article]

In 2025, 100 percent of newly built urban areas and residential communities will have supporting facilities for the elderly and the coverage of basic pension plans will reach 95 percent, the plan read. According to a white paper released in August 2021 by the State Council Information Office, China's average life expectancy rose from 67.8 years in 1981 to 77.3 years in 2019. China's average life expectancy is expected to reach 78.3 years in 2025, up from 77.3 years in 2019, according to the country's 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) for Public Service. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from researchers at Hunan Agricultural University discusses the measurement of coupling and coordinated development between China's internet and elderly care services, as well as the influencing factors. The study found that while the coupling and coordination between the internet and elderly care services is still in its early stages, there is potential for future development. Factors such as government management ability, financial support, scientific and technological investment, and the level of innovation were found to impact the integration of the internet and elderly care services. The researchers suggest that understanding the current situation and development space of this integration, as well as considering influencing factors, can help promote a more coordinated and sustainable development of internet and elderly care services in China. [Extracted from the article]

A researcher from Beijing Normal University has published a study analyzing China's smart elderly care service policy. The study uses a three-dimensional framework to analyze 126 policies from 2012 to 2022. The research finds that there is uneven distribution of policy objectives, imbalanced structure of policy tools, and varying support strength in the value chains. The study suggests the need for balanced development of elderly needs, complementarity of policy tools, systematization of value chains, and improved fitting between policy objectives, tools, and value chains. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at Ghent University-imec explores the detection of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in elderly care using smartphone data and ambient sensors. The researchers developed a novel approach that utilizes a Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) model to detect multiple activities that occur simultaneously. The study found that using smartphone data alone provides satisfactory results for ADL detection, but incorporating ambient sensors improves accuracy by 7% and 8% on average. The dataset used in the study is openly available for further research and analysis. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from the Kyushu Institute of Technology in Japan have developed a new approach called EmbedHDP to improve the evaluation of sentence suggestions in nursing care record applications. The goal of this approach is to align the evaluation metric with human evaluators who are caregivers. The researchers found that EmbedHDP outperformed other evaluation models, achieving a coefficient score of 61%. This research has important implications for improving the quality of patient care in nursing and elderly care settings. [Extracted from the article]

A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Jyvaskyla in Finland explores the concept of attunement in dementia care. The study emphasizes the importance of understanding the temporal experiences of individuals with dementia and the need for care professionals to enter into their alter-temporal experience. The researchers argue that attunement, which involves understanding dementia time and employing receptive and expressive practices, is crucial for providing effective dementia care. The study highlights the limitations of temporal discordance in attunement. [Extracted from the article]

A recent research study conducted by Trondheim University Hospital in Norway examined the impact of excess demand for elderly care on patient outcomes. The study found that discharging elderly patients from the hospital to municipalities with excess demand resulted in a slightly elevated mortality rate, particularly in small municipalities. However, there was no significant effect on subsequent healthcare use or costs. The study suggests that more research is needed to better understand how excess demand for elderly care influences patient outcomes. [Extracted from the article]

A report from Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University discusses the care needs of the elderly in China's elderly care institutions. The research collected and synthesized literature on the topic, finding that the top primary care needs of the elderly included mental/psychological, tranquility/care, living/environmental, medical treatment, and preventive healthcare. The top secondary care needs included room/laundry/cleaning, psychological comfort and nursing, end-of-life care, disease diagnosis and treatment, and physical examination. The research concludes that the health needs of older people in China are diverse and primarily focus on mental/psychological well-being, tranquility/care, living/environmental conditions, pharmacotherapy, and preventive healthcare. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the popularity of in-home technologies that are being deployed to help elderly people maintain their independence, while providing peace of mind to loved ones who want to check in with them in a non-intrusive manner. Companies such as Lively, CarePredict and Giraff Technologies AB have developed systems that use data fed from sensors located in the home to track activity patterns of seniors. The financial benefit of using technology to detect problems before they become emergency situations is the main driver of the solutions.

Keywords: Architecture; Elderly Care; Health and Medicine EN Architecture Elderly Care Health and Medicine 3020 3020 1 10/09/23 20231013 NES 231013 2023 OCT 13 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Current study results on architecture have been published. Keywords for this news article include: University College London (UCL), London, United Kingdom, Europe, Architecture, Elderly Care, Health and Medicine. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Palliative Care, Health and Medicine. Keywords: Health and Medicine; Palliative Care EN Health and Medicine Palliative Care 1856 1856 1 09/19/23 20230922 NES 230922 2023 SEP 22 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Research findings on palliative care are discussed in a new report. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Brisbane, Australia, Australia and New Zealand, Brain Diseases and Conditions, Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions, Dementia, Health and Medicine, Mental Health, Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions, Risk and Prevention, Queensland University of Technology. Keywords: Brisbane; Australia; Australia and New Zealand; Brain Diseases and Conditions; Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions; Dementia; Health and Medicine; Mental Health; Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions; Risk and Prevention EN Brisbane Australia Australia and New Zealand Brain Diseases and Conditions Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions Dementia Health and Medicine Mental Health Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions Risk and Prevention 347 347 1 07/17/23 20230721 NES 230721 2023 JUL 17 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Mental Health Weekly Digest -- Current study results on Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions - Dementia have been published. Brisbane, Australia, Australia and New Zealand, Brain Diseases and Conditions, Central Nervous System Diseases and Conditions, Dementia, Health and Medicine, Mental Health, Neurodegenerative Diseases and Conditions, Risk and Prevention. [Extracted from the article]