This research article demonstrates how telehealth can enhance care for older adults in congregate care communities (CCC). Through partnerships formed by the Virginia Infection Mitigation, Prevention and Control Through Technology initiative, administrators, staff, and leaders across Virginia identified barriers and needs for this population. This collaboration led to the “Four I” Framework—Initiate, Integrate, Incentivize, and Inspire—which provides a practical roadmap for age-inclusive telehealth readiness and implementation in CCC, PACE centers, and other settings.
Identifying Factors Associated With Variation in Telemental Health Delivery at Federally Qualified Health Centers
This research article examines telemental health use at U.S. health centers, the authors observed notable variations linked to workforce composition, grant funding, and state policy environments. They emphasize that targeted policy efforts, infrastructure investments, and adequate reimbursement mechanisms are critical for ensuring equitable and sustained access to virtual mental health services, particularly among underserved communities.
Development and Preliminary Validation of a Screener for Digital Health Readiness
This study developed and validated a screener to assess digital health readiness by identifying barriers to telehealth use. The research involved interviews with patients and professionals, highlighting the potential for targeted interventions to improve telehealth uptake and reduce disparities.
Perceptions of Telehealth vs In-Person Visits Among Older Adults With Advanced Kidney Disease, Care Partners, and Clinicians
Review that describes how older adults with chronic kidney disease, their caregivers, and their clinicians perceive telehealth encounters and ultimately discusses that greater resources are needed to support older adults with chronic illness, limited English proficiency, hearing loss, and limited access to technology.