WE♡CARE: A Curriculum for Caregivers with Developmental Disabilities
Author Information
Author(s): Burkart Britney
Primary Institution: University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Institute for Human Development
Hypothesis
Adults with developmental disabilities can benefit from a curriculum designed for mutual caregiving arrangements.
Conclusion
The WE♡CARE curriculum helps adults with developmental disabilities improve their caregiving skills and confidence.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants learned to recognize when their loved one might need support.
- Participants developed confidence as caregivers.
- Quantitative data showed improvement in knowledge from pre-session to post-session.
Takeaway
This study shows that people with developmental disabilities can learn to be better caregivers for their loved ones.
Methodology
A mixed methods approach was used to measure curriculum impact and identify lessons learned.
Limitations
The pilot program highlighted the need for modifications to ensure accessibility and adaptability.
Participant Demographics
Adults with developmental disabilities living in mutual caregiving arrangements.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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