Caring for Residents of Eldercare Facilities: A Concept Analysis

Abstract

Purpose

To report the results of an evolutionary concept analysis of caring in facilities that provide care for elders.

Sources

Cumulative indices for CINAHL, ERIC, Academic Search Complete, PsychINFO, Medline, and CEPTS.

Results

Caring is an interactive process characterized by seeing, helping, and communicating, which are analogous to two wheels with one axle. Caring is preceded by individuality and followed by well-being.

Conclusion

The findings explicate the core components of caring in facilities that provide care for elders.

Implications

The metaphor of an axle and wheel can guide caregivers in delivering effective care as the demand for improved well-being of residents of eldercare facilities increases.

Keywords

Caring concept analysis elders in facilities

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