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ArticleZeitschrift fur Gerontologie und Geriatrie2026

[Digital legacy in hospice and palliative care : An online survey of professionals and volunteers aged 50 and above].

Anne Meißner, Jennifer Pengel

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Article in Zeitschrift fur Gerontologie und Geriatrie, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Anne MeißnerInstitut für Betriebswirtschaft und Wirtschaftsinformatik, Leiterin der Forschungsgruppe IT für die sorgende Gesellschaft (Gesundheit, Altern, Pflege, Technik), Universität Hildesheim, Universitätsplatz 1, 31141, Hildesheim, Deutschland. anne.meissner@uni-hildesheim.de.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-6723-4045
Jennifer PengelInstitut für Betriebswirtschaft und Wirtschaftsinformatik, Forschungsgruppe IT für die sorgende Gesellschaft (Gesundheit, Altern, Pflege, Technik), Universität Hildesheim, Universitätsplatz 1, 31141, Hildesheim, Deutschland.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3934-7939

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Abstract

backgroundWith ongoing digitalization, questions concerning the management of digital legacies are becoming increasingly relevant for older adults, yet remain insufficiently addressed. There are legal, technical, and psychosocial challenges as well as gaps in research and support structures.

objectiveThe study examines attitudes and precautionary behaviours regarding digital legacy among professionals and volunteers aged 50 and above in hospice and palliative care.

methodsQuantitative and qualitative data from a nationwide online survey of 293 participants from hospice and palliative care were analysed. Descriptive statistics were performed using SPSS, while free-text responses were analysed according to Mayring's qualitative content analysis. RESULTS AND

conclusionAlthough the importance of digital legacies is acknowledged, concrete precautionary actions are rarely taken. Varied attitudes and needs indicate a demand for accessible, practice-oriented information and counselling services. Further research should pursue more diverse approaches to enhance supportive structures in practical contexts.

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AgeBereavementData managementSocial mediaTerminal care

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