Research Synthesis and Prioritization of Dimensions, Components, and Indicators of Elderly Caregiver Empowerment
Abstract
The aim of this study was to determine and prioritize the dimensions, components, and indicators of elderly caregiver empowerment. This research is applied in terms of its objective and adopts a mixed-methods approach in terms of methodology. In this study, a research synthesis method was employed to systematically review related studies, and qualitative analysis was used to identify the main dimensions and components of elderly caregiver empowerment. The results identified five key dimensions in the training section: practical skills, communication skills, psychological and emotional support, management and leadership, and the use of technology. Moreover, in the empowerment section, seven dimensions were identified: training and skill development, healthcare services, social and psychological support, living environment and accessibility, financial and economic support, family awareness and education, and cultural awareness and information dissemination. Subsequently, using Chang’s Fuzzy Delphi techniques, the identified dimensions and components were prioritized. Elderly caregiver empowerment requires fundamental improvements, particularly in the areas of practical training and psychological and emotional support, whereas the use of technology ranked lower due to implementation complexities and limitations. The empowerment model was designed by integrating research findings and expert feedback, and by presenting a comprehensive model, the study explains the factors influencing the empowerment of elderly caregivers and provides practical recommendations to improve the quality of training and skill development of these caregivers.
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