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OBJECTIVE: To explore the experiences of older people and their supporting family
members in relation to home rehabilitation, with a focus on activity and
participation. METHODS: Qualitative interviews were carried out with 6 older
people and 6 family members at 1 and 6 months after the older person's discharge
to their home. Qualitative content analysis of the data was carried out. The
International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health provides a
guiding framework for rehabilitation. RESULTS: Informants' experiences of home
rehabilitation contributed to the formation of 6 categories: (i) living with a
frail body; (ii) striving for well-being in daily life; (iii) being close at
hand; (iv) feeling dependent in daily life; (v) struggling to carry on; and (vi)
striving to be at home. CONCLUSION: Older people's goals were to return to daily
routines and to perform meaningful activities without feeling dependent on other
people. Family members' participation was crucial. Psychosocial support and
autonomy were essential for facilitating activity and participation. Healthcare
professionals should consider each individual's unique experiences along with the
significance of being at home.

Langue : ANGLAIS