Benefits and Challenges of the Passport Broadcast Intervention in Long-Term Care |
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| Authors: | Elaine Wittenberg-Lyles Debra Parker Oliver George Demiris Sara Shaunfield |
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| Institution: | 1. Markey Cancer Center and Department of Communication , University of Kentucky , Lexington , Kentucky , USA elaine.lyles@uky.edu;3. Curtis W. and Ann H. Long Department of Family and Community Medicine , University of Missouri, Columbia , Columbia , Missouri , USA;4. Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Systems, School of Nursing, &5. Biomedical and Health Informatics, School of Medicine, University of Washington , Seattle , Washington , USA;6. Department of Communication , University of Kentucky , Lexington , Kentucky , USA |
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| Abstract: | Creative activities are a challenge for long-term care facilities. The Passport intervention uses web-based video technology to provide long-term care residents with a virtual travel experience. Passport broadcasts were conducted and staff and residents were interviewed about the experience. A thematic analysis of interviews was used to discern benefits and challenges. Reported benefits included experience with technology, interaction with student visitors, reminiscing, and active learning. Challenges involved technical quality concerns related to the audio and visual needs of seniors. The pilot found the Passport intervention as a promising tool for creative activities in a long-term care setting. |
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