STRATEGIES AND TOOLS TO MAKE THE INVISIBLE VISIBLE IN HOSPITAL CARE
2024

Strategies to Support Family Caregivers in Hospital Care

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Author Information

Author(s): Dr. Vick, Ms. Hoel, Dr. Scheunemann, Dr. Golden

Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US

Hypothesis

How can family caregivers be better integrated into hospital care teams?

Conclusion

The symposium presents innovative strategies to enhance the role of family caregivers in hospital settings.

Supporting Evidence

  • Family caregivers provide essential support during hospitalizations.
  • The National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers aims to improve caregiver engagement in hospital care.
  • A conceptual model of family caregiver roles was developed to guide future interventions.

Takeaway

Family caregivers help older adults in hospitals, but they often feel ignored. This study looks at ways to make sure they are included and supported.

Methodology

Qualitative systematic review and qualitative studies on family caregiver involvement.

Participant Demographics

Family caregivers of older adults and people living with dementia.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.2226

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