ArticleAdvances in geriatric medicine and research2026
Rural Caregivers Bridge the Gap between Older Patients and In-Home Occupational Therapy Video Telehealth: A Qualitative Study.
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Background: In-home video telehealth expanded access to services for older rural Veteran patients, yet many require caregiver assistance. Understanding caregivers' experiences is essential to optimizing these encounters. Objective: To explore caregiver perspectives on facilitating in-home occupational therapy video telehealth for older rural Veterans within the US Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with rural caregivers (N = 19) from four VHA sites who had assisted an older Veteran patient with in-home video. Interviews focused on caregivers' participation before and during sessions, and perceived benefits and drawbacks of video. We employed directed content analysis utilizing a rapid analytic approach, given the time-pressured nature of our project. Results: Caregivers were predominantly White and female, with an average age of 60; most lived with patients. Five themes emerged: (1) Caregiver Level of Involvement in In-Home Video Telehealth Visits; (2) Experience of Technological Aspects of In-Home Video; (3) Experience of Clinical Aspects of In-Home Video; (4) Beliefs about the Usefulness and Scope of In-Home Video; (5) Recommendations for In-Home Video. Conclusions: In-home video telehealth expands access to rural older patients, relying heavily on caregivers. It works for routine care but has limits and connectivity barriers, requiring improved procedures and infrastructure.
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