Participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: a meta-ethnography

Purpose There is growing interest in the potential of participatory research approaches to democratize research, empower participants and contribute to targeted health and social care. Participatory research approaches are emphasized in ethical and funding applications regarding patient and public i...

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Main Authors: Sophie Nadia Gaber, Manuel Guerrero, Lena Rosenberg
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Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2024-12-01
Series:International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health & Well-Being
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17482631.2024.2431449
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description Purpose There is growing interest in the potential of participatory research approaches to democratize research, empower participants and contribute to targeted health and social care. Participatory research approaches are emphasized in ethical and funding applications regarding patient and public involvement; however, less is known about their use in long-term care facilities for older adults. This meta-ethnography seeks to provide an increased understanding and novel conceptualization of participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults. Methods A meta-ethnography was used to synthesize qualitative literature on participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults. In total, 1,736 articles were screened at title and abstract level, 35 studies were eligible for full-text review and 10 articles were included. Results The following third-order constructs were identified as salient to the conceptualization and use of participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: 1) participatory backdrops, 2) collaborative places, 3) seeking common ground and solidarity, 4) temporal considerations, and 5) empowerment, growth, and cultural and social change. Conclusion This meta-ethnography contributes a novel conceptualization and six recommendations to enhance the design and implementation of participatory research approaches as democratic spaces of exchange and collaboration for older adults.
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Participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: a meta-ethnography
International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health & Well-Being
aged
co-creation
co-production
collaboration
community-based participatory research
dementia
meta-ethnography
qualitative synthesis
nursing homes
long-term care facilities
title Participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: a meta-ethnography
title_full Participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: a meta-ethnography
title_fullStr Participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: a meta-ethnography
title_full_unstemmed Participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: a meta-ethnography
title_short Participatory research approaches in long-term care facilities for older adults: a meta-ethnography
title_sort participatory research approaches in long term care facilities for older adults a meta ethnography
topic aged
co-creation
co-production
collaboration
community-based participatory research
dementia
meta-ethnography
qualitative synthesis
nursing homes
long-term care facilities
url http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17482631.2024.2431449
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