Clients' Perspectives of the Effectiveness of Home Modification Recommendations by Occupational Therapists. Issue 3 (3rd July 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lau, Guby Wai Chu; Yu, Mong-Lin; Brown, Ted; Locke, Cassandra
• Is Part Of: Occupational therapy in health care. Volume 32:Issue 3(2018)
• Page Start: 230
• Page End: 250
• Publication Date: 2018-07-03
• Subjects: Environment -- home modifications -- occupational therapy -- client satisfaction -- rehabilitation services -- older adults; Occupational therapy -- Periodicals; 615.85152072
• DOI: 10.1080/07380577.2018.1491085
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0738-0577

Abstract

Abstract: This study investigates the effectiveness of home modifications from clients' perspectives. Ten participants who received home assessments and modification recommendations were recruited from a rehabilitation agency. The dimension of home measure and qualitative interviews was conducted. The interviewers were transcribed verbatim and analyzed thematically. Participants found home modifications improved their safety, accessibility, privacy, and occupational performance, especially in performing self-care activities. Occupational therapists provided sufficient information and actively involved clients/carers in the decision-making process, which contributed to clients' perspectives of satisfaction and effectiveness with completed modifications.