DISASTER AND EMERGENCY SUPPORT NETWORKS OF FAMILIES PROVIDING CARE TO PERSONS LIVING WITH DEMENTIA
2024
Disaster Support Networks for Caregivers of Dementia Patients
Sample size: 59
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ashida Sato, Lynn Freda, Donohoe Maria, Killian Emily
Primary Institution: University of Iowa
Hypothesis
How do disaster and emergency support networks function for families caring for persons living with dementia?
Conclusion
Caregivers have different levels of preparedness for general caregiving compared to emergency situations, and they mobilize their support networks differently in these contexts.
Supporting Evidence
- Caregivers identified 633 support members in total.
- 44% of named members were identified as those who would provide assistance in emergencies.
- Respondents shared emergency preparedness information with only 9% of their support network.
Takeaway
Caregivers of people with dementia need to talk more about disaster plans with their support networks to be better prepared.
Methodology
Baseline data collected from caregivers about their support networks and preparedness.
Participant Demographics
Caregivers of persons living with dementia.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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