期刊名称：International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being
电子版ISSN：1748-2631
出版年度：2022
卷号：17
期号：1
页码：1-12
DOI：10.1080/17482631.2022.2082125
语种：English
出版社：Taylor & Francis
摘要：Aims and objectives The aim was to explore frail older people’s lived experiences of managing life at home on the verge of moving to a nursing home. As people age, their reserve capacity decreases, increasingthe risk of morbidity and frailty.. The experience of frailty extends beyond declining health and physical well-being and encompasses various dimensions, including familiarity with both the place and the people around. Design A phenomenological study. Methods We interviewed ten frail people aged 72–90 years in-depth in their homes. We used phenomenological hermeneutical analysis inspired by van Manen and followed the COREQ checklist. Results We identified three main themes: (1) being home with cherished people and possessions, (2) giving the nursing home a go and (3) attuning to the natural rhythms. Conclusions Our study gives insight into the lived experiences with frailty related to at-homeness. The experience of being lost in transition represents a uniquely significant experience for frail older people, foregrounding existential issues and carrying the potential of at-homeness. Relevance to practice To unleash frail older people’s potential for at-homeness, health professionals mustmeet the needs of frail older people individually. Going beyond signs and symptoms to reveal people’s concrete everyday experiences is crucial to understanding frailty .
关键词：Frail older people
;phenomenology
;at-homeness
;in-depth interview
