Understanding the Home-Based Service Needs for Older Adults: A Scoping Review from China
2024
Understanding Home-Based Service Needs for Older Adults in China
Sample size: 134
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Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Hengyuan, Zhang Sifeng
Primary Institution: Xi’an Jiaotong University
Hypothesis
The range of home-based services for older adults in China haven’t been clearly defined, which adversely affects their effectiveness in enhancing well-being.
Conclusion
Medical and health services are the most urgently needed home-based services for older adults in China.
Supporting Evidence
- Home-based services for older adults were categorized into four domains: medical and health services, family replacement services, disability care services, and individual auxiliary services.
- Medical and health services emerge as the most urgently needed category for older adults.
- Family replacement services benefit both older adults and their family members.
- Disability care services have a relatively low need but are highly rigid.
- Individual auxiliary services, while least needed, consume significant public resources.
Takeaway
Older adults in China need better home services to help them live well, especially medical care.
Methodology
A scoping review methodology was employed to explore the service needs of older adults aging in place.
Participant Demographics
Older adults in China.
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