Barriers to Support for Latino Caregivers of Dementia Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Cardoso-Arias Rafael, Ramirez Maggie
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
What are the structural barriers that prevent Latino caregivers from utilizing supportive services?
Conclusion
Latino caregivers face significant structural barriers that hinder their access to supportive services, which can negatively impact their health.
Supporting Evidence
- Latino caregivers experience ethnic and language discordance with providers.
- There is limited coordination between health systems and community providers.
- Digital health inequities affect access to services for Latino families.
Takeaway
Latino caregivers often can't get the help they need because of language differences and poor connections between health services.
Methodology
Interviews were conducted with 30 Latino caregivers and 14 service providers, followed by coding and theme analysis.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in responses due to the subjective nature of interviews.
Limitations
The study may not represent all Latino caregivers as it was limited to those in Washington State.
Participant Demographics
30 Latino caregivers and 14 healthcare and social service providers.
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