Comparing Health System-Based and Community-Based Dementia Care
Author Information
Author(s): Reuben David, Summapund Jenny, Stevens Alan, Gill Thomas, Peduzzi Peter, Galloway Rebecca, Carnie Martha
Primary Institution: University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
Hypothesis
The study aims to compare the effectiveness of three different dementia care approaches.
Conclusion
The D-CARE study successfully enrolled 2,176 participants and demonstrated viable strategies for sustainable dementia care.
Supporting Evidence
- The study enrolled over 93% of participants in active interventions.
- D-CARE faced challenges in recruitment and retention due to COVID-19.
- The study applied community-based participatory research principles.
Takeaway
This study looked at different ways to help people with dementia and found effective methods to keep them cared for.
Methodology
A pragmatic randomized trial comparing three dementia care approaches over 18 months.
Potential Biases
Potential threats to fidelity and recruitment challenges due to the pandemic.
Limitations
Challenges included funding for clinical positions, integrating interventions into workflows, and barriers due to COVID-19.
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