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ArticleOTJR : occupation, participation and health2024

Evidence-Based Practice: Implementing REIS Findings in South African Aged Care Facilities.

Melissa Kilian, Tania Rauch Van der Merwe, Sanetta H J du Toit

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Melissa KilianUniversity of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa.ORCID 0000-0003-4185-0098
Tania Rauch Van der MerweWITS University, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Sanetta H J du ToitUniversity of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa.ORCID 0000-0003-1348-6313

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Abstract

backgroundOlder adults living in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs) in South Africa are often exposed to environments that fail to provide adequate occupational opportunities. Practitioners in developing economies are challenged to provide therapeutic services in environments that emphasize occupational deprivation.

objectivesThis study investigated barriers and enablers to implementing recommendations derived from the findings generated by the Residential Environment Impact Scale (REIS).

methodA two-phased embedded mixed methodology was employed. Phase 1 was the administration of the REIS. In Phase 2, leadership staff considered factors to implementing findings of the REIS, using the nominal discussion group technique. Data were thematically analyzed.

findingsFindings indicated an organizational culture characterized by top-down management and a medically dominated care approach, constrained by financial and operational concerns.

conclusionUsing the REIS to holistically assess, RACFs are an applicable tool that could promote collaborative approaches to enhance organizational culture change, cultivating more occupational opportunities.

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EnvironmentHomes for the AgedAgedEvidence-Based PracticeHumansSocial EnvironmentSouth Africacollaborative residential aged carenominal group techniquesoccupational therapyoccupation-based assessment toolsResidential Environment Impact Scale (REIS)

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PMID37122162
PMCPMC10676036

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