Holistic Self-Empowerment Care Intervention for Optimized Independent Living and Quality of Life: A Study Protocol
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
This protocol describes a pilot study evaluating the effectiveness of the Self-Empowerment Care Model in promoting independence and quality of life among frail older adults in Hong Kong. Rooted in Nordic re-enablement principles and refined in Japan, the intervention adopts a holistic approach that focuses on hydration, exercise, diet, and defecation care. This 12-week intervention will be tested across three care settings-residential, day care, and home care. The study uses a quasi-experimental design involving 60 participants, aiming to compare outcomes of the intervention group with a control group receiving standard care. The study also assesses its impact on caregivers' burden and job satisfaction.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 65 years or older * Functional decline * Potential to benefit from reablement. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive impairment, those with mild impairment will be considered. * Severe mental illness * Terminal illness