Title

The Effects Of Organizational Policies On Resident Perceptions Of Autonomy In Assisted Living

Keywords

Assisted living; Organizational policies; Quality of care; Resident autonomy

Abstract

This study examines the effects of organizational policies on resident perceptions of autonomy in assisted living. The sample included 412 residents in 59 facilities. Organizational policies were measured in terms of policies that foster resident choice and control in the facility. Resident autonomy was assessed according to resident perceptions of influence and independence. Hierarchical linear modeling was used to examine the effects of organizational policies on resident autonomy, controlling for facility size, ownership, and level of care. Higher levels of choice-enhancing policies were related to more favorable resident perceptions of autonomy. These findings suggest that allowing residents more choice in their daily routines may contribute to a greater resident autonomy. Copyright © 2006 by The Haworth Press, Inc. All rights reserved.

Publication Date

12-1-2006

Publication Title

Journal of Housing for the Elderly

Volume

20

Issue

4

Number of Pages

61-77

Document Type

Article

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.1300/J081v20n04_05

Socpus ID

34447632682 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/34447632682

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