Understanding Dementia and Caregivers in the African Immigrant Community
Author Information
Author(s): Nkimbeng Manka, Aswani Truphosa, Gaugler Joseph
Primary Institution: University of Minnesota
Hypothesis
How do African immigrants define dementia and care partners?
Conclusion
The language surrounding dementia care affects healthcare access and quality for African immigrants.
Supporting Evidence
- There are no accepted words for dementia or caregiver in many African immigrant languages.
- Translations for dementia often rely on symptoms or derogatory terms.
- The concept of a caregiver is unfamiliar to many in the community.
Takeaway
Many African immigrants don't have the right words for dementia or caregivers, which makes it hard for them to get help.
Methodology
Qualitative study using thematic analysis of transcripts from ten key informant interviews and three community conversations.
Limitations
The study may not represent all African immigrant communities due to its qualitative nature and limited sample size.
Participant Demographics
African immigrants, including community leaders and participants from community conversations.
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