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Author (up) Bland, M.F.
Title The challenge of feeling 'at home' in residential aged care in New Zealand Type Journal Article
Year 2005 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 21 Issue 3 Pages 4-12
Keywords Rest homes; Older people; Patient satisfaction; Nursing; Identity
Abstract In this research report, a resident reveals the challenges associated with firstly becoming a nursing home resident, and then trying to establish a new sense of 'home'. The story supports a conclusion that nurses' knowledge of the unique 'admission story' of each resident, and their individual understandings of home, is essential in promoting their ongoing comfort. Although approximately 30,000 older adults live in residential aged care, little research has been done on their experience.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 862 Serial 846
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