Abstract
Purpose: Meals on Wheels (MOW) support older people to live in their own homes and communities. The purpose of this paper is to explore MOW experiences from a multi-stakeholder level to inform and better equip this valuable service. Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative approach was undertaken utilising semi-structured interviews and focus groups with current, former and potential MOW service users and MOW stakeholders. Findings: Qualitative analysis explored MOW perspectives and experiences, highlighting a lack of MOW information and awareness, the importance of a client-centred approach the multiple roles of MOW and service transition. Originality/value: This research explores MOW from the perspective of different groups directly involved in this community service, offering unique multi-stakeholder insights to understand and guide the future of this service.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 41-48 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Working with Older People |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 8 Feb 2024 |
Keywords
- Ageing
- Community services
- Meals on wheels
- Multi-stakeholder
- Older people
- Qualitative