Exploring the Impact of Telehealth on Chronic Disease Management in Older Adults: A Case Study in a Long-Term Care Facility.

Thesis Abstract

Abstract
This thesis explores the impact of telehealth on chronic disease management in older adults within a long-term care facility setting. The use of telehealth technologies has gained momentum in recent years, offering innovative solutions to improve healthcare access and delivery, particularly for vulnerable populations such as older adults with chronic conditions. This research project investigates how telehealth interventions can enhance the management of chronic diseases in older adults residing in long-term care facilities, with a focus on assessing the effectiveness, challenges, and opportunities associated with telehealth implementation in this context. The study begins with a comprehensive review of the existing literature on telehealth, chronic disease management, and older adult care to establish a theoretical foundation for the research. This review identifies gaps in the current knowledge and highlights the potential benefits of incorporating telehealth technologies into the care of older adults with chronic diseases. Building upon this literature review, the research methodology section outlines the study design, data collection methods, and analysis techniques employed to investigate the impact of telehealth on chronic disease management in a long-term care facility. The empirical findings of this study are presented in the discussion section, which examines the outcomes of implementing telehealth interventions for managing chronic diseases in older adults. The analysis of these findings provides insights into the effectiveness of telehealth technologies in improving health outcomes, enhancing patient engagement, and reducing healthcare costs in the long-term care setting. Furthermore, the discussion addresses the challenges and barriers to telehealth implementation, as well as the opportunities for optimizing telehealth strategies to better meet the needs of older adults with chronic conditions. In conclusion, this thesis offers a comprehensive exploration of the impact of telehealth on chronic disease management in older adults within a long-term care facility. The findings underscore the potential of telehealth technologies to transform the delivery of healthcare services for older adults with complex health needs, highlighting the importance of integrating telehealth into the standard care practices of long-term care facilities. By shedding light on the opportunities and challenges associated with telehealth implementation, this research contributes to the ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of care for older adults with chronic diseases through innovative technological solutions.