Compares group-based and individual-based consultations for advance care planning in older adults, suggesting effective approaches for diverse needs.
Living with dignity until the end is one of the important values in life among older adults as Taiwan enters a super-aged society. This study used a dataset of 4890 participants from a teaching hospital by comparing the differences between group-based and individual-based consultations on advance care planning. The results showed that group-based consultations had a higher advance directive completion rate. Factors such as religion, self-perceived health, and consultation format influenced completion. In conclusion, group-based consultation was an effective innovation with cultural sensitivity for social workers to assist and support diverse populations needing end-of-life planning.
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