Lessons from Implementing a Dementia Care Model
Author Information
Author(s): Amjad Halima
Primary Institution: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Family-centered active management approaches can improve care quality and reduce healthcare costs for people living with dementia.
Conclusion
The MIND at Home model shows that adapting care to individual and system needs is crucial for successful implementation.
Supporting Evidence
- Family-centered approaches improve care quality and health outcomes.
- MIND at Home was developed over a decade of work.
- Implementation requires engagement of staff and care partners.
Takeaway
This study shows that helping families take care of loved ones with dementia can make things better for everyone involved.
Methodology
The study involved developing and implementing a family-focused care management model called MIND at Home in various healthcare settings.
Limitations
Limited translation of existing care management models to real-world practice.
Participant Demographics
People living with dementia and their care partners.
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