scholarly journals Home Modifications for Rural Veterans With Disabilities

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luz Semeah
Keyword(s):  
Home Modifications

ACCESSIBLE HOUSING AND HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE: MEASUREMENTS OF WELLBEING OUTCOMES FOLLOWING HOME MODIFICATIONS

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phillippa Carnemolla ◽  
Catherine Bridge
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Care Giving ◽  
Home Modifications ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Impact

The multi-dimensional relationship between housing and population health is now well recognised internationally, across both developing and developed nations. This paper examines a dimension within the housing and health relationship – accessibility – that to date has been considered difficult to measure. This paper reports on the mixed method results of larger mixed-method, exploratory study designed to measure the impact of home modifications on Health-Related Quality of Life, supported by qualitative data of recipients’ experiences of home modifications. Data was gathered from 157 Australian HACC clients, who had received home modifications. Measurements were taken for both before and after home modifications and reveal that home modifications were associated with an average 40% increase in Health-Related Quality of Life levels. The qualitative results revealed that participants positively associated home modifications across six effect themes: increased safety and confidence, improved mobility at home, increased independence, supported care-giving role, increased social participation, and ability to return home from hospital. This exploratory research gives an insight into the potential for accessible architecture to impact improvements in community health and wellbeing.

The Client-Clinician Assessment Protocol (C-CAP): Evaluation of its Psychometric Properties for Use with People Aging with Disabilities in Need of Home Modifications

2007 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 140-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ingela Petersson ◽  
Anne G. Fisher ◽  
Helena Hemmingsson ◽  
Margareta Lilja
Keyword(s):  
Rating Scale ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Scale Model ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Assessment Protocol ◽  
Rasch Rating Scale Model ◽  
Home Modifications ◽  
Life Tasks ◽  
Clinician Assessment

The objective of this study was to evaluate aspects of the validity and reliability of the Client-Clinician Assessment Protocol (C-CAP) Part I. C-CAP data for 103 people aging with disabilities in need of home modification services were analyzed using the Rasch rating scale model. The C-CAP Part I consists of a client self-report of ability in daily life tasks comprising three scales (independence, difficulty, and safety). The analysis demonstrated support for internal scale validity, person response validity, and person separation reliability of the C-CAP Part I, although the results differed among the three scales. The results of this study indicated that the C-CAP Part I has psychometric strengths and limitations. The instrument has the potential to be used in the home environment with people who are aging with disabilities. The C-CAP could complement already existing tools that are used to assess functioning in activities of daily living, especially regarding the focus on the clients' self-report of difficulty and safety in daily life at home and in the community.

scholarly journals The central role of the occupational therapist in facilitating housing adaptations/home modifications for disabled children

2017 ◽  
Vol 80 (6) ◽  
pp. 375-383
Author(s):  
Gail Boniface ◽  
Deborah Morgan
Keyword(s):  
Positive Impact ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Occupational Therapist ◽  
Specific Information ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Negative Experience ◽  
Home Modifications ◽  
Information And Communication

Introduction Six reviews/inquiries into housing adaptations/home modifications processes occurred in Wales between 2004 and 2015. One resulted in the removal of the means test for children's Disabled Facilities Grants. This research investigated families' and professionals' experiences of the adaptations/home modification process to gain an understanding of their views and experiences. Method Mixed methods of an online questionnaire for professionals, and semi-structured interviews or an online questionnaire for families (depending on their preference), were employed. Forty-eight families participated and an additional 16 families responded to an online questionnaire. Analysis of qualitative data identified emergent themes, which are discussed in this article. Findings The themes were: poor information and communication mainly aimed at older adults; negative experience of the process; and the positive impact of the completed adaptation. Additionally, whilst undergoing the process, families felt that they needed a contact to guide them through the process. This contact was often by default the community occupational therapist. Conclusion A single contact person should be made available for families; occupational therapists should consider their part in that role; more specific information on children's needs should be provided; families need to recognize the part they can play in adding to delays in the delivery of adaptations.

scholarly journals Assistive devices: self-reported use by older people in Victoria

2002 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robyn Smith ◽  
Susan Quine ◽  
Julie Anderson ◽  
Kirsten Black
Keyword(s):  
Older People ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Assistive Devices ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Payment Policy ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Home Modifications ◽  
Adequate Education ◽  
Almost All

A qualitative study was conducted in Victoria to explore factors affecting the acceptability and use of assistive devices by older people. Four focus groups and fifteen home-based interviews were conducted with older people (mean age 77 years) who had been issued with 2 or more assistive devices. Analysis of the data indicated that almost all participants were content to be advised by professionals on suitable equipment. Most considered the equipment and home modifications safe and easy to use, and appreciated the benefits for mobility, confidence and independence. Reasons for non-use were commonly related to changes in functional ability. Cost was a major deterrent for a small number who opted to 'make do'. Recommendations are made for improvements to the existing system of equipment provision and use, including: review and development of consistency of provision and payment policy among service providers; flexibility of payment options; adequate education and follow-up support for clients.

scholarly journals Design of a website for home modifications for older persons with dementia

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helianthe S.M. Kort ◽  
Joost van Hoof
Keyword(s):  
Older Persons ◽  
Home Modifications

Prevención de Caídas: Soluciones Para su Casa

EDIS ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 2006 (23) ◽  
Author(s):  
Leigh Ann Martin
Keyword(s):  
Food Safety ◽  
Fall Prevention ◽  
Spanish Language ◽  
Language Version ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Home Modifications ◽  
Physical Challenges

Revised! FCS2228-Span, a 1-page fact sheet by Leigh Ann Martin, is the Spanish language version of "Fall Prevention: Solutions for the Home," which lists home modifications that can be made to meet the needs created by the physical challenges of ageing. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006. FCS2228-Sp/FY858: Prevención de Caídas: Soluciones para su hogar (ufl.edu)

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