Acceptability of the Resource Connection for Rural Caregivers of People Living with Dementia
Author Information
Author(s): Hoel Sydney, White Lillian, Zuraw Matthew, Hill Jordan, Elliot Christian, Pickett Andrew, Werner Nicole
Primary Institution: Indiana University, Bloomington
Hypothesis
How can we better connect rural caregivers of people living with dementia to community resources?
Conclusion
The study identified key facilitators and barriers to the acceptability of a web-based resource platform for rural caregivers.
Supporting Evidence
- Rural caregivers experience higher burden and lower social support compared to urban caregivers.
- The CareVirtue Resource Connection aims to provide personalized resources for rural caregivers.
- Facilitators included having all resources in one space and emotional support benefits.
Takeaway
This study looked at how a new online tool can help rural caregivers of people with dementia find resources, and what works well and what doesn't.
Methodology
A 30-day field test followed by semi-structured interviews analyzed using deductive content analysis.
Limitations
Limited time to connect with resources and mismatch of resources to dementia stage.
Participant Demographics
Participants were self-identified rural caregivers, mean age 70.1 years, 80% women, and 93.3% white.
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