Defining Person-Centered Dementia Care Globally
Author Information
Author(s): Fazio Sam, Moczygemba Walter, Stratton Lauren, Zimmerman Sheryl
Primary Institution: Alzheimer’s Association, Chicago, Illinois, United States; University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
Hypothesis
Is there a need for a universal definition of person-centered dementia care?
Conclusion
A universal definition of person-centered dementia care is necessary to improve quality dementia care worldwide.
Supporting Evidence
- Respondents reported a lack of global quality dementia care.
- Barriers to successful implementation of person-centered care were identified.
- Five core tenets for a universal definition of person-centered dementia care were proposed.
Takeaway
This study asked people from different countries how they define good dementia care and found that everyone agrees we need a common definition to help improve care.
Methodology
Survey of Alzheimer’s Disease International members regarding their perspectives on dementia care.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the Eurocentric perspectives in existing definitions of person-centered care.
Limitations
The study may be limited by the perspectives of the surveyed members, which could be influenced by their specific cultural and economic contexts.
Participant Demographics
Members of Alzheimer’s Disease International from various countries.
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