Assessing the Caregiving Needs of Asian American and Pacific Islander Dementia Care Partners
Author Information
Author(s): Yonashiro-Cho Jeanine, Mosqueda Laura, Gassoumis Zachary
Primary Institution: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Asian American and Pacific Islander caregivers may have unique needs and coping mechanisms that require culturally-appropriate support.
Conclusion
The study identifies the diverse experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander caregivers and suggests the need for culturally-specific supports.
Supporting Evidence
- Care partners are essential in supporting persons living with dementia.
- AAPI caregivers may cope with caregiving stressors in culturally-distinct ways.
- The study highlights the diversity of caregiver experiences among AAPI communities.
Takeaway
This study looks at how Asian American and Pacific Islander caregivers help family members with dementia and what kind of support they need.
Methodology
Explanatory sequential mixed-methods analyses were conducted with AAPI dementia care partners, combining quantitative surveys and thematic content analysis of interviews.
Limitations
The sample size is small and may not represent all AAPI caregivers.
Participant Demographics
Participants included AAPI spousal and adult child caregivers, with some having experienced elder mistreatment.
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