Developing a screening-guided volunteer-supported in-home respite services model: a modified online Delphi study

This study presents a co-designed, risk-triaged, volunteer-supported in-home respite service model that aligns with ageing in place policies and addresses growing caregiver support needs in ageing societies. By integrating international research perspectives and local practice-based expertise, and by transparently documenting consensus and divergence, this work offers actionable insights for developing, adapting, and scaling respite care services internationally. Future research should evaluate the model's generalizability, long-term outcomes, and sustainability across diverse populations and settings.