Date of Completion

2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Keywords

Long-term care (LTC)

Abstract

This qualitative study aimed to describe the perspectives of Filipino family members on formal long-term care (LTC), specifically, factors influencing decisions to avail formal LTC for older persons, shifts and changes in their perspectives before and after availing formal LTC, and other factors deemed significant. Participants were asked the grand tour question, “As a member of a Filipino family and based on your experience, what are your perspectives on the long-term care done by trained health care providers for older persons?”. A descriptive-qualitative design was employed, utilizing interviews, which were audio-recorded and transcribed with the consent of participants who were selected through purposive sampling and snowball sampling. Thematic analysis was used to interpret the data and identify emerging themes. Data analysis identified 123 significant statements, resulting in seven (7) themes and sixteen (16) sub-themes. Participants valued filial piety but increasingly turned to formal LTC out of necessity. Participants trusted trained healthcare providers but expressed concerns about costs, skepticism toward non-family caregivers, and a strong preference for family-centered care. Decisions to use formal LTC involved limited family support, complex healthcare needs, and caregiving limits. Financial capability and effective financial management were also emphasized to be essential to securing quality care. Accessibility depended on the availability of services by region and was often aided by online research. Participants encouraged expanded government efforts to provide more affordable and regulated LTC services. After availing formal LTC, quality of life improved, however, concerns about care quality and communication persisted. Several participants found purpose and fulfillment in caregiving through formal LTC support.

First Advisor

Nenette A. de Leon

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