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Interventions that Facilitate the Occupational Engagement of Older Adults with Age-Related Vision Loss: Findings from a Scoping Review

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Pages 3-19 | Received 21 Dec 2015, Accepted 08 Sep 2016, Published online: 10 Mar 2017
 

ABSTRACT

Aims: This study aimed to identify the most effective interventions that facilitate the occupational engagement of older adults with age-related vision loss (ARVL). Methods: Three researchers completed this scoping review, which followed Arksey and O'Malley's five-step framework. A total of 61 search combinations across five databases was completed, resulting in a final yield of 16 articles. Results: Three categories of interventions were identified including: self-management programs, compensatory interventions (e.g. assistive devices and self-regulating strategies), and relying on social supports (e.g. relying on others, community resources, and peer support). Conclusion: The study results revealed an overwhelming focus on interventions targeted at the level of the individual, with few studies exploring environmental influences on occupational engagement. It is important that future research explores environmental influences as well, in order to optimize occupational therapy treatment for older adults with vision loss.

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The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the article.

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