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Healthcare Practices among Refugee Older Adults: A Scoping review protocol TRS1 1.9 Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Alberta Publication 2024-01-01 Catallo, C. , Dr Lixia Yang,
Guruge, S. ,
Al-Hamad, A. , Zhixi Cecilia Zhuang, Yasin M Yasin,
Wang, L. ,
Salma, J. ,
Metersky, K. TRS1 1.9 Transnational Healthcare Practices Among Migrants: A Concept Analysis TRS1 1.9 Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Alberta Publication 2024-01-01 Metersky, K. ,
Guruge, S. ,
Wang, L. , Areej Al‐Hamad, Yasin M Yasin,
Catallo, C. ,
Yang, L. ,
Salma, J. , Zhixi C Zhuang, Monica Chahine, Melissa Kirkwood, Ayah Al‐Anani
TRS1 1.9 Healthcare practices among refugee older adults: A protocol for a scoping review TRS1 1.9 University of Doha for Science and Technology, Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Alberta Publication 2024-01-01 Yasin, Y. ,
Al-Hamad, A. ,
Guruge, S. ,
Metersky, K. ,
Catallo, C. ,
Wang, L. ,
Yang, L. , Zhixi Cecilia Zhuang,
Salma, J. , Fiona MacKenzie-Ede, Krista Charbonneau, Anojini Ravichandran
TRS1 1.9 A concept analysis of transnational healthcare TRS1 1.9 Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Doha for Science and Technology, University of Alberta Activity 2024-11-14 Metersky, K. ,
Guruge, S. ,
Wang, L. ,
Al-Hamad, A. ,
Yasin, Y. ,
Catallo, C. ,
Yang, L. ,
Salma, J. ,
Zhuang, Z. , Monica Chahine, Ayah Al-Anani, Melissa Kirkwood
TRS1 1.9 Refugee older adults’ use of social media for transnational health practices: A scoping review TRS1 1.9 Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Doha for Science and Technology, University of Alberta Activity 2024-11-11 Catallo, C. ,
Guruge, S. ,
Metersky, K. ,
Wang, L. ,
Al-Hamad, A. ,
Yasin, Y. ,
Salma, J. , Samantha Pejic, Alanna De Fry
TRS1 1.9 Transnational healthcare: A concept analysis TRS1 1.9 Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Doha for Science and Technology, University of Alberta Activity 2024-10-24 Metersky, K. ,
Guruge, S. ,
Al-Hamad, A. ,
Yasin, Y. ,
Catallo, C. ,
Wang, L. ,
Yang, L. ,
Zhuang, Z. ,
Salma, J. , Monica Chahine, Ayah Al-Anani, Melissa Kirkwood
TRS1 1.9 President's Award for Teaching Excellence Dr. Metersky is a professor in the Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing. She is transforming nursing and collaborative education through innovative approaches to teaching. From creating the CLLEAR framework for delivery of complex theoretical courses and exploring best practices with student artificial intelligence (AI) use, to writing and incorporating poetry in the classroom, and designing, in connection with Indigenous community, assignments and simulations to enhance Indigenous content in undergraduate curricula, Dr. Metersky is a visionary. Dr. Metersky is praised by students for creating an inclusive learning environment where each opinion is valued and respected. Dr. Metersky is an award-winning educator; having received numerous teaching awards and having been nominated as Affiliate Scientist with The Institute for Education Research at the University Health Network (TIER@UHN). Toronto Metropolitan University Award 2024-03-01 Exploring the Experiences and Perspectives of new Graduate Nurses on the Push-Pull Factors of Nursing Workforce Crisis Post COVID-19 Background
The aim of this study is to explore the practice experiences of new graduate nurses (NGNs) in publicly funded acute healthcare settings in the Greater Toronto Area, their perspectives on the determinants of their desire to stay or leave the nursing profession, and to identify action-oriented strategies to promote retention of NGNs.
Design
Qualitative, descriptive
Methods
Fifteen NGNs participated in focus group sessions, where a semi-structured interview guide was created to generate discussion on NGNs’ lived and professional experiences. We utilised the Social Ecological and Intersectionality frameworks to guide data analysis with an emphasis on social identities, power relationships, and the personal, interpersonal, organizational, and structural determinants of nursing retention.
Results
Participants contextualized their major challenges within four professional development phases: 1.) accessible nursing education and practicum placement; 2) preparedness, orientation and mentorship during entry to practice; 3) navigating transition to independent practice and multi-level structural violence; 3.1) retention strategies; and 4) perspectives on professional trajectory for NGNs.
Conclusion
NGNs experience major challenges throughout their nursing education and career. The study findings indicate that further research and systemic reform is essential to support, develop, and retain nursing leaders in the acute care setting. Furthermore, the findings can inform the development of evidence-based nursing curriculum reform.
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2025-03-24 The Role of Technology Use in the Context of Social Isolation Among Immigrant Older Adults Technology has been integrated into every aspect of life for interpersonal support and connections and social isolation has become a hotspot topic for health promotion in nursing among various populations, but little attention has been paid to immigrant older adults using technology to overcome social isolation. The purpose of this narrative review is to comprehend the role of technology use in the context of social isolation, including the predisposing factors, encountered by immigrant older adults to support their psychosocial wellbeing. By studying relevant peer-reviewed articles published in professional databases from 2013 to 2024, 26 articles met the criteria and were accessed for this narrative review, despite an unexpected participant selection preference of older Asian immigrants living in a North American context among these eligible papers. It is discovered that technology use has improved the mental health of socially-isolated immigrant older adults. However, the benefits of technology use for these individuals are constrained by cultural and linguistic differences as well as educational backgrounds. Therefore, technology adaptation should be promoted in this population through a collaborative partnership with healthcare practitioners, educators, researchers and policymakers. There should be further exploration of the interrelationships between technology use and psychosocial support and continuous striving for the most suitable approach for social isolation prevention among immigrant older adults. Toronto Metropolitan University Publication 2025-06-02 Metersky, K. , P H Lin,
Guruge, S. ,
Zhuang, Z. ,
Catallo, C. ,
Chandrasekaran, K. Successful Refugee Cohabitation With Host Families: A Concept Analysis and Model Development Purpose: This concept analysis aims to address the gap in knowledge regarding the concept of successful refugee cohabitation with host families. It seeks to develop a conceptual model that integrates holistic nursing and healthcare practices into refugee cohabitation settings to enhance refugee well-being. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted using Walker and Avant's methodology for concept analysis. Findings: Successful refugee cohabitation with host families concept characterized by peaceful coexistence, power dynamics, hospitality, and cultural tolerance. Antecedents include refugee shelter needs, societal acceptance, humanitarian solidarity, and legal support. Consequences include refugee inclusion and integration, societal cohesion, psychological well-being, and refugee–host acceptance. Conclusions: Successful refugee cohabitation is defined as a private hosting arrangement that embodies shared living spaces and peaceful coexistence amid conflict or crises, fostering resilience and support for displaced individuals by local citizens. It combines hospitality, balanced power, and cultural tolerance, driven by refugee needs for shelter and a commitment to successful refugee settlement and integration. This hosting arrangement promotes societal development and cohesion, economic growth, psychological well-being, and foster inclusion and intergroup tolerance. The integration of holistic nursing principles into refugee cohabitation practices can foster more inclusive and healthy communities.
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2025-03-24 Homestay Hosting Dynamics and Refugee Well-Being: Scoping Review Background: Homestay accommodations aim to support a smoother transition for refugees; yet, the intricate nature of relationships between refugees and their hosting families can make this process complex, which, in turn, can affect their health and well-being. It is crucial to grasp the experiences of both refugees and their host families in order to foster effective settlement, integration, and well-being.
Objective: The purpose of this scoping review is to explore the dynamics of homestay or hosting with a focus on understanding the experiences of both refugees and their hosting families to identify gaps in the literature and propose directions for future research.
Methods: We used the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and followed the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) checklist to guide this scoping review. Searches were conducted in MEDLINE via EBSCO, Scopus via OVID, CINAHL, SOCIndex, Web of Science Core Collection, ProQuest Dissertations and Theses, the SciELO Citation Index, and APA PsycInfo. Literature written in English and published from 2011 to 2024 that focused on homestay hosting contexts for refugees was included.
Results: The results of this review illuminate the multifaceted and dynamic nature of homestay hosting for refugees. The findings include motivations and barriers for homestay hosting, factors influencing host-refugee relations, and psychological and social outcomes of homestay hosting.
Conclusions: The results of this scoping review demonstrated the need for tailored support for refugees to improve homestay programs for the benefit of both refugees and host families and highlighted the need of more inclusive, supportive, and effective strategies for the hosting, resettlement, and integration of refugees.
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2025-03-24 Picturing the ambiguity of homestay: a photovoice exploration of Ukrainian refugee women’s experiences with their Canadian hosts in Toronto This study explores the experiences of Ukrainian refugee women hosted by Canadian families in the Greater Toronto Area, focusing on the dynamics of this unique living arrangement amidst Toronto’s challenging housing situation. Using Feminist Standpoint Theory and a research-creation approach through Photovoice, eighteen Ukrainian refugee women shared and reflected on their experiences via photo elicitation interviews. The analysis, combining visual and narrative elements, highlights three key themes: Host-Guest Dynamics in Shared Spaces, which sheds light on the complexities of navigating interpersonal relationships within shared living environments; Adaptation through Coexistence, emphasizing the mutual adjustments and cultural exchanges between hosts and guests; and Refining the Path of Refugee Hosting, which reflects on the evolving practices and lessons learned from these hosting arrangements. These findings underscore the importance of centering refugee women’s voices to better understand the social, cultural, and political factors shaping their hosting experiences and contribute to advancing the discourse on refugee hosting practices.
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2025-03-24 Author response for “Transnational Healthcare Practices Among Migrants: A Concept Analysis” Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Alberta Publication 2024-11-29 Metersky, K. ,
Guruge, S. ,
Wang, L. , Areej Al‐Hamad, Yasin M Yasin,
Catallo, C. ,
Yang, L. ,
Salma, J. ,
Zhuang, Z. , Monica Chahine, Melissa L Kirkwood, Ayah Al‐Anani
TORONTO’S MANDARIN, PUNJABI, AND ARABIC-SPEAKING OLDER IMMIGRANTS’ EXPERIENCES OF SOCIAL ISOLATION: FOCUS ON HEALTH Toronto Metropolitan University Publication 2024-11-01 Guruge, S. ,
Chandrasekaran, N. , Nivashi Arulventh, Roberta Liti, Ehsan Ahmed,
Chandrasekaran, K. ,
Metersky, K. ,
Zhuang, Z. , Amanda Grenier,
Catallo, C. , Oona St-Amant, John Shields
A SCOPING REVIEW ON SOCIAL ISOLATION AND LONELINESS AMONG OLDER ADULTS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: IMPLICATIONS FOR INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION Toronto Metropolitan University Publication 2024-11-01 Lessons Learned from Recruiting Socially Isolated Older Immigrants for a Survey-based Study in Toronto [para. 1]: " The COVID-19 pandemic brought to the forefront the detrimental health and social consequences of social isolation (Hosseinzadeh et al., 2022). For many older immigrant adults, these consequences are all too familiar. The loss of familiar social networks that resulted from immigrating to and settling in a new country coupled with systemic racism, language discordance, financial precarity, acculturation stress, limited mobility during winter months, costs of or lack of (accessible) transportation, and a lack of access to information and community resources, among other factors, contribute to their social isolation (Guruge et al., 2019; Sidani et al., 2022). Even though COVID-related public health restrictions have been lifted and there is return to ‘normalcy,’ older immigrant adults continue to experience social isolation. In this paper, opportunities, and challenges of reaching out to socially-isolated older immigrant adults in a research context are presented."
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2024-10-15 Homestay Hosting Dynamics and Refugee Well-Being: Protocol for a Scoping Review Background: The process of refugee resettlement and integration into new communities is a complex and multifaceted challenge, not only for the refugees themselves but also for the host families involved in homestay housing arrangements. While these homestay arrangements are designed to facilitate smoother transitions and enhance the well-being of refugees, the nuanced dynamics of these interactions and their overall impact on both refugees and their host families remain underexplored. Understanding the experiences of refugees and their host families is vital for effective refugee settlement, integration, and well-being. However, the intricacies of homestay refugee hosting, their interactions with host families, and the impact on their well-being are still unclear and ambiguous.
Objective: The aim of this scoping review is to examine the breadth of literature on the experiences of refugees living in homestay arrangements with their host families. This review seeks to understand how these dynamics influence refugee well-being, including their integration, social connections, and mental health. Additionally, this scoping review aims to synthesize existing literature on homestay hosting dynamics, focusing on the experiences of refugees and their host families, to identify gaps in knowledge and suggest areas for future research.
Methods: This scoping review follows Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and will search databases such as CINAHL, SOCIndex, MEDLINE through EBSCO; APA PsycInfo, Scopus through OVID; and Web of Science Core Collection, ProQuest Dissertations, and Theses, and SciELO Citation Index, focusing on literature from 2011 onward, in English, in relation to refugee groups in different host countries, including all types of literature. Literature will be screened by 2 independent reviewers, with disagreements resolved by consensus or a third reviewer. A custom data extraction tool will be created by the research team.
Results: The results will be organized in tables or diagrams, accompanied by a narrative overview, emphasizing the main synthesized findings related to the dynamics of homestay hosting with host families and refugee well-being. No critical appraisal will be conducted. This scoping review is expected to identify research gaps that will inform the development of homestay refugee hosting models, policies, and practices. It will also offer insights into best practices and policy recommendations to improve homestay hosting programs, ultimately contributing to more effective refugee settlement and integration strategies.
Conclusions: Understanding the intricate dynamics of homestay hosting arrangements is crucial for developing policies and programs that support the well-being of refugees and the families that host them. This scoping review will shed light on the current knowledge landscape, identify research gaps, and suggest ways to enhance the homestay hosting experience for all parties involved. Through this work, we aim to contribute to the development of more inclusive, supportive, and effective approaches to refugee hosting, resettlement, and integration.
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2024-10-15 Homestay Hosting Dynamics and Refugee Well-Being: Scoping Review (Preprint) BACKGROUND Homestay accommodations aim to support a smoother transition for refugees; yet, the intricate nature of relationships between refugees and their hosting families can make this process complex, which, in turn, can affect their health and well-being. It is crucial to grasp the experiences of both refugees and their host families in order to foster effective settlement, integration, and well-being. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this scoping review is to explore the dynamics of homestay or hosting with a focus on understanding the experiences of both refugees and their hosting families to identify gaps in the literature and propose directions for future research. METHODS We used the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and followed the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) checklist to guide this scoping review. Searches were conducted in MEDLINE via EBSCO, Scopus via OVID, CINAHL, SOCIndex, Web of Science Core Collection, ProQuest Dissertations and Theses, the SciELO Citation Index, and APA PsycInfo. Literature written in English and published from 2011 to 2024 that focused on homestay hosting contexts for refugees was included. RESULTS The results of this review illuminate the multifaceted and dynamic nature of homestay hosting for refugees. The findings include motivations and barriers for homestay hosting, factors influencing host-refugee relations, and psychological and social outcomes of homestay hosting. CONCLUSIONS The results of this scoping review demonstrated the need for tailored support for refugees to improve homestay programs for the benefit of both refugees and host families and highlighted the need of more inclusive, supportive, and effective strategies for the hosting, resettlement, and integration of refugees. CLINICALTRIAL
INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT RR2-10.2196/56242 Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2024-03-20 Shared Space: A Photovoice Tale of Ukrainian Refugee Women and Canadian Hosts in Toronto Many Ukrainian refugees have been hosted in the homes of Canadian families. But this hosting model, as generous as it is, brings with it a complexity that requires further exploration. Through the lens of photovoice, a method that empowers women to capture their hosting experiences through photography, we have endeavored to unravel these complexities.
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2024-02-26 Homestay Hosting Dynamics and Refugee Well-Being: Protocol for a Scoping Review (Preprint) BACKGROUND The process of refugee resettlement and integration into new communities is a complex and multifaceted challenge, not only for the refugees themselves but also for the host families involved in homestay housing arrangements. While these homestay arrangements are designed to facilitate smoother transitions and enhance the well-being of refugees, the nuanced dynamics of these interactions and their overall impact on both refugees and their host families remain underexplored. Understanding the experiences of refugees and their host families is vital for effective refugee settlement, integration, and well-being. However, the intricacies of homestay refugee hosting, their interactions with host families, and the impact on their well-being are still unclear and ambiguous. OBJECTIVE The aim of this scoping review is to examine the breadth of literature on the experiences of refugees living in homestay arrangements with their host families. This review seeks to understand how these dynamics influence refugee well-being, including their integration, social connections, and mental health. Additionally, this scoping review aims to synthesize existing literature on homestay hosting dynamics, focusing on the experiences of refugees and their host families, to identify gaps in knowledge and suggest areas for future research. METHODS This scoping review follows Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and will search databases such as CINAHL, SOCIndex, MEDLINE through EBSCO; APA PsycInfo, Scopus through OVID; and Web of Science Core Collection, ProQuest Dissertations, and Theses, and SciELO Citation Index, focusing on literature from 2011 onward, in English, in relation to refugee groups in different host countries, including all types of literature. Literature will be screened by 2 independent reviewers, with disagreements resolved by consensus or a third reviewer. A custom data extraction tool will be created by the research team. RESULTS The results will be organized in tables or diagrams, accompanied by a narrative overview, emphasizing the main synthesized findings related to the dynamics of homestay hosting with host families and refugee well-being. No critical appraisal will be conducted. This scoping review is expected to identify research gaps that will inform the development of homestay refugee hosting models, policies, and practices. It will also offer insights into best practices and policy recommendations to improve homestay hosting programs, ultimately contributing to more effective refugee settlement and integration strategies. CONCLUSIONS Understanding the intricate dynamics of homestay hosting arrangements is crucial for developing policies and programs that support the well-being of refugees and the families that host them. This scoping review will shed light on the current knowledge landscape, identify research gaps, and suggest ways to enhance the homestay hosting experience for all parties involved. Through this work, we aim to contribute to the development of more inclusive, supportive, and effective approaches to refugee hosting, resettlement, and integration. CLINICALTRIAL
INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT DERR1-10.2196/56242 Toronto Metropolitan UniversityPublication 2024-01-10