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April 2, 2026International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-BeingOpen Access

Interdependent empowerment in residential care homes: perspectives of first-line managers, care workers, and relatives

Cecilia Ingard Tomas Lindmark Maria Sjölund Sven Trygged

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Key Points

The research aims to understand how empowerment at different organizational levels influences the quality of care in residential settings.
Qualitative interviews with first-line managers, care workers, and relatives in residential care homes
Analysis of perspectives on organizational relationships and care quality
Exploration of decision-making processes among dependency relationships
Identified the need for stronger supportive relationships among staff and relatives
Highlighted the impact of empowerment on the quality of person-centered care
Emphasized that improved structural conditions can foster better care for residents

Implication

This qualitative study explores perspectives on empowerment in residential care, suggesting improved relationships can enhance care quality.

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Ingard et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d1fc4fa79560c99a0a1dcc https://doi.org/10.1080/17482631.2026.2653685

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