Table 2.

Ensuring dignity-based care for older people in nursing homes/residential facilities (50, 55–59).

•Optimal pain management • Improving communication within and outside the facility (in-person and digital) • Respect in daily conversation • Foster independence in functioning (self-care: choice of living, eating, dressing, etc.) • Good nutrition and hydration • Ensure decent physical appearance, personal and oral hygiene • Healthy interactions with the staff • Age-friendly environment for mobility and safety • Supervision for security and prevention of abuse • Adequate ward design for ensuring privacy and sexual rights • Group activities, exercise and engagement within the facility • Prevent loneliness and isolation • Restrict empirical use of psychotropic medications • Residential care plan to include principles of dignity • Involvement in decision-making to the extent possible • Special care for those with severe mental disorders and dementia • End-of-life care (avoid unnecessary and painful prolongation of life) • Dignity therapy for older persons and their families in case of comorbid terminal illness