[Direct home-based geriatric rehabilitation: feasibility from the perspective of rehabilitants and informal caregivers].

Authors

Jeannina Jaski, Kira Kooij, Aafke de Groot, Ewout Smit, Ellen Vreeburg, Margriet Pol

Published in

Tijdschrift voor gerontologie en geriatrie. Volume 57. Issue 3. Pages 2-16. Sep 17, 2026. Epub Sep 17, 2026.

Abstract

Since 2025, the Dutch Healthcare authority allows direct home-based geriatric rehabilitation without prior inpatient geriatric rehabilitation. This qualitative study evaluated the feasibility of direct home-based geriatric rehabilitation through interviews with five persons who received direct home-based geriatric rehabilitation and five informal caregivers. Participants appreciated the expertise, empathy, and clear communication of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. Digital support by a user-friendly tablet was predominantly well-received for its ease of use and ability to maintain contact. The blended approach-combining home-based and digital support-was seen as motivating. Findings suggest direct home-based geriatric rehabilitation is feasible if delivered by experienced professionals with attention to emotional needs and digital literacy.

PMID:
42931759
Bibliographic data and abstract were imported from PubMed on 27 Oct 2026.

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