The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the mobile health (mHealth)-assisted, person-centred care (PCC) self-care support programme for homebound older adults. The researcher will compare PCC approach to a conventional care provider-led model. Participants (n = 130) will receive the intervention of six bi-weekly WhatsApp video call sessions over three months with nurse case managers (NCMs).
Aged 60 years or older;
Unable to leave home more than twice per week due to physical or functional health problems;
Own and have basic proficiency in using a smartphone;
Speak Cantonese;
Unable to hear, see, or communicate effectively;
Be completely bed-bound; or
Reside in an area without stable internet coverage.