A CONVERSATION ON TRANSLATION AND ADAPTATION OF EVIDENCE-BASED PROGRAMS FOR CAREGIVERS
2024
Supporting Diverse Caregivers: Lessons Learned
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Author Information
Author(s): Eisenstein Amy, Hepburn Kenneth
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
Cultural and linguistic characteristics of caregivers are often overlooked in evidence-based program development.
Conclusion
The symposium highlights the need for culturally tailored interventions to better support diverse caregivers.
Supporting Evidence
- Caregivers represent a highly diverse population.
- Cultural and linguistic preferences are often not considered in program development.
- Lessons learned from a culturally tailored anxiety intervention for Latinx caregivers.
- Translation and testing of an online program for Latinx family members caring for older people with dementia.
- Culturally adapting a psychoeducation program for Black caregivers of persons with dementia.
- A scoping review to identify core components for family-centered interventions.
Takeaway
This study talks about how we can make programs better for caregivers from different backgrounds by learning from their experiences.
Methodology
The symposium includes presentations on various research projects focused on culturally adapting caregiver support programs.
Participant Demographics
The participants include culturally and ethnically diverse caregivers.
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