Let’s Talk Tech: A Tool for Dementia Care Decisions
Author Information
Author(s): Berridge Clara
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
Can the Let’s Talk Tech tool improve decision-making about technology use in dementia care?
Conclusion
The pilot study showed that the Let’s Talk Tech tool significantly improved care partner preparedness and understanding of technology use in dementia care.
Supporting Evidence
- 88% of recruited dyads completed the intervention.
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in care partner preparedness and understanding of technology.
- Participants expressed a desire to share their documented choices with broader care networks.
Takeaway
This study created a tool to help families make better technology choices for loved ones with dementia, and it worked well in a small test.
Methodology
A Stage 1A pilot study with dyads of people living with mild Alzheimer’s disease and their care partners using a web-application.
Limitations
The study was a pilot with a small sample size and may not be generalizable.
Participant Demographics
Dyads consisting of people living with mild Alzheimer’s disease and their care partners.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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