Barriers and Facilitators to Technology Use Among Rural Caregivers of People Living with Dementia
Author Information
Author(s): Boucher Sarah, Jolliff Anna, Zuraw Matthew, Elliot Christian, Werner Nicole
Primary Institution: Indiana University Bloomington
Hypothesis
What are the barriers and facilitators to technology use among rural caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias?
Conclusion
Rural caregivers face systemic barriers to technology use that need to be addressed to improve support.
Supporting Evidence
- Rural caregivers experience more difficulty accessing resources.
- Technology may help connect rural caregivers to support.
- The study identified systemic barriers to technology use.
Takeaway
Caregivers in rural areas have a hard time using technology to get help, and we need to make it easier for them.
Methodology
Qualitative study with virtual semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis.
Limitations
The study may not represent all rural caregivers as it was limited to those recruited through community partners.
Participant Demographics
73.7% female, mean age 66.4 years.
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