Effects of COVID-19 Restrictions on Family Caregivers
Author Information
Author(s): Honda Ayumi, Liu Yin, Fauth Elizabeth, Honda Sumihisa
Primary Institution: St. Mary’s College, Kurume, Fukuoka, Japan; Utah State University, Logan, Utah, United States; Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Nagasaki, Japan
Hypothesis
How do restrictions in community-based care services affect family caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Conclusion
Family caregivers reported feeling ill equipped to provide home care during the COVID-19 pandemic due to restrictions in community-based care services.
Supporting Evidence
- Caregiver employment was associated with harmful impacts from restrictions.
- Increased caregiving tasks were linked to negative effects.
- More behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia in care recipients were related to caregiver challenges.
Takeaway
This study looked at how rules during COVID-19 made it hard for family members taking care of older people. They found that many caregivers struggled to do their jobs and help their loved ones.
Methodology
The study used mixed methods, including thematic analyses of open-ended responses and linear regression analysis.
Participant Demographics
Family caregivers living with an older care recipient.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = .02
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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