“From living in a hotel to living in a home”: Stakeholders’ views about living and working in a nursing home which is undergoing culture change

Natalie Ulitsa, Perla Werner, Yaron Raz

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Abstract

Culture change models are intended to improve the quality of life and care of nursing home residents. Using longitudinal qualitative methodology, this study evaluated the effectiveness of implementing culture change on the main stakeholders living and working in an Israeli nursing home. Eight focus groups with nursing home residents, family members and staff members (N = 57) were conducted at two-time points: one year after and two years after implementing a culture change model. Using thematic content analysis and comparing the experiences of each group and across time, the results revealed that implementing culture change in a nursing home is a complex process, which requires am adaptation in the values, expectations, and perceptions of care of all those involved. Particular attention should be paid to the unique needs of each stakeholder group, while ensuring their engagement and cooperation in the change process.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)440-446
Number of pages7
JournalGeriatric Nursing
Volume42
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Mar 2021

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Keywords

  • Culture change
  • Family members
  • Nursing home
  • Residents
  • Staff

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Gerontology

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