Grief and Bereavement Support for Long-Term Care Staff
Author Information
Author(s): Randa-Beaulieu Cari, Chaudhury Habib, Puurveen Gloria, Pauly Theresa
Primary Institution: Alzheimer Society of British Columbia
Hypothesis
What are the barriers and facilitators to grief and bereavement support for staff in long-term care homes?
Conclusion
The study identifies barriers and facilitators to grief support for long-term care staff, suggesting that grief rituals could enhance staff wellness and reduce burnout.
Supporting Evidence
- Long-term care staff often lack access to sustainable support in end-of-life care.
- The study organized strategies and interventions into five domains related to grief support.
- Identifying barriers can lead to more effective approaches to staff wellness.
Takeaway
This study looked at how to help staff in nursing homes deal with grief, finding ways to support them better can help them feel less stressed and stay in their jobs longer.
Methodology
A scoping review of literature was conducted following PRISMA-Scoping Review guidelines, analyzing data through narrative synthesis.
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