ArticleJMIR nursing2023
Information and Communication Technologies to Support the Provision of Respite Care Services: Scoping Review.
Article in JMIR nursing, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.
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5 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 6 citations in OpenAlex.
- Caring for the Informal Caregivers: Systematic Review of Unmet Needs in Palliative Care.Nursing open · 2025Pooled it
- CareMobi to Improve Communication Between Caregivers and Adult Day Centers for People With Dementia: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study.JMIR aging · 2026Article
- Using technology to provide individualized respite for caregivers in rural communities.Frontiers in health services · 2025Article
- In-Home Respite Care Services Available to Families With Palliative Care Needs in Quebec: Novel Digital Environmental Scan.JMIR nursing · 2024Article
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12 authors at 5 institutions in 3 countries.
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Abstract
backgroundRespite care is one of the most frequently requested support services by family caregivers. Yet, too often, respite care services are inaccessible, due in part to families' lack of knowledge regarding available services and a lack of service flexibility. Information and communication technologies (ICTs) may help to improve the flexibility of services available and families' knowledge of such services. However, an understanding of the use of ICTs and research in this area is lacking.
objectiveThe objective of this study was to provide a comprehensive overview of the academic literature on ICTs for supporting the provision of respite care services.
methodsA scoping review study was conducted. Six library databases were systematically searched for relevant literature. Key data were extracted into a summary chart. Text and quantitative data were coded using descriptive qualitative content analysis techniques, and the results were collated and summarized into a comprehensive narrative.
resultsA total of 23 papers describing 15 unique ICT programs exploring the potential of ICTs to support respite care services met the inclusion criteria. ICTs supported the provision of respite care by facilitating information-sharing with families and providers, recruiting and training respite care providers, and coordinating services. Key design considerations for developing respite care ICTs were trustworthiness and participatory design methods. Implementation considerations included designing for complementarity with existing services, assessing the appropriate timing for introducing the ICT-based services, and ensuring adequate promotion strategies to raise awareness about the services.
conclusionsThere is limited but promising research on the potential of ICTs to support the provision of respite care services. Further research should be conducted to advance the results of this review, ultimately aiming to build ICTs that can improve the quality of, and access to, respite care services.
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