title: Support groups for visitors of residents in nursing homes.
abstract: Contrary to popular myth, family members expressed the desire to be involved with loved ones residing in nursing homes. Open and continuous communication between the nursing staff and family members reduces anxiety and promotes beneficial results to nursing home residents. Although family members want to be kept informed about any changes in their loved one's status, they find it difficult to deal with mental deterioration and need additional support from the nursing staff.
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Campbell
authors.forename: L G
authors.initials: LG
authors.lastname: Linc
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D009735:Nursing Homes; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D014789:Visitors to Patients