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Published in: BMC Geriatrics 1/2024

Open Access 01-12-2024 | Research

Best practice models of aged-care implemented for First Nations people: a systematic review aligned with the Good Spirit Good Life quality of life principles

Authors: Caleb Rivers, Emma Haynes, Dina LoGiudice, Kate Smith, Dawn Bessarab

Published in: BMC Geriatrics | Issue 1/2024

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Abstract

Background

Aged-care programs that are based in First Nations worldviews are believed to translate to improved quality of life for First Nations Elders. First Nations perspectives of health and well-being incorporates social and cultural determinants in addition to traditional Western biomedical approaches. This is exemplified by the Good Spirit Good Life (GSGL) framework, which comprises 12 strength-based factors determined by First Nations Elders as constituting culturally appropriate ageing. Our objective was to conduct a systematic review of existing aged care models of practice to determine the degree of alignment with the GSGL framework. Recommendations of the national Australian Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety informed this work.

Methods

We conducted a systematic search of academic and grey literature in the PubMed, Scopus, Ovid Embase, and Informit online databases. Inclusion criteria comprised English language, original research describing the implementation of First Nations culturally appropriate aged care models, published before August 2022. Research that was not focused on First Nations Elders’ perspectives or quality of life was excluded. We subsequently identified, systematically assessed, and thematically analyzed 16 articles. We assessed the quality of included articles using the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Quality Assessment Tool (ATSIQAT), and the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal tool for qualitative research.

Results

Most studies were of medium to high quality, while demonstrating strong alignment with the 12 GSGL factors. Nine of the included studies detailed whole service Models of care while 7 studies described a single program or service element. Thematic analysis of included studies yielded 9 enablers and barriers to implementing models of care.

Conclusions

Best-practice First Nations aged care requires a decolonizing approach. Programs with strong adherence to the 12 GSGL factors are likely to improve Elders’ quality of life.
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Metadata
Title
Best practice models of aged-care implemented for First Nations people: a systematic review aligned with the Good Spirit Good Life quality of life principles
Authors
Caleb Rivers
Emma Haynes
Dina LoGiudice
Kate Smith
Dawn Bessarab
Publication date
01-12-2024
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
BMC Geriatrics / Issue 1/2024
Electronic ISSN: 1471-2318
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-024-04781-0

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