Enhancing Dementia Care Partner Engagement in Fall Prevention Programs
Author Information
Author(s): Zeng Xiaoyi, Zhou Yuanjin, Choi Namkee
Primary Institution: The University of Texas Austin
Hypothesis
What are the facilitators and barriers that impact care partner engagement in fall prevention programs for older people with cognitive impairment or dementia?
Conclusion
The study identified key facilitators and barriers to care partner engagement in fall prevention programs and proposed strategies to enhance this engagement.
Supporting Evidence
- Most studies described retention, attendance, and active participation aspects of care partner engagement.
- Common facilitators included perceived benefits of the programs and positive relationships between care partners and older adults.
- Barriers included poor health of the dyads and logistical burdens of participation.
Takeaway
Older people with dementia need help to avoid falls, and their family or friends can play a big role, but we need to understand what helps or stops them from getting involved.
Methodology
A mixed-methods systematic review following PRISMA guidelines was conducted, including 29 unique fall prevention programs from 32 studies.
Limitations
The study primarily focused on retention, attendance, and active participation, with fewer studies addressing recruitment and maintenance of change.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling older people with cognitive impairment or dementia and their care partners.
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