Adapting a Virtual Medical Planning Program for Care Partners of Persons with Cognitive Impairment
Author Information
Author(s): Jasmine Santoyo-Olsson, Deborah Barnes, Brookelle Li, Angelica Martinez, Rebecca Sudore
Primary Institution: University of California San Francisco
Hypothesis
Care partners need more support and access to virtual information to help persons with cognitive impairment engage in advance care planning.
Conclusion
The study found that care partners face several barriers to advance care planning, but there are also enablers that can facilitate the process.
Supporting Evidence
- Care partners report needing more support for advance care planning.
- Barriers to advance care planning include complexity and technology limitations.
- Enablers include peer support and belief in the impact of advance care planning.
Takeaway
Care partners want to help loved ones plan for their medical care, but they need more help and resources to do it effectively.
Methodology
The study conducted virtual semi-structured interviews with care partners and facilitators to explore barriers and enablers to advance care planning.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the small number of facilitators and care partners interviewed.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and focused on a specific group of care partners.
Participant Demographics
Care partners had a mean age of 62.3 years, with 70% being women.
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