A5018361488- Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
- Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Retirement, Disability, and Employment
- Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
- Health Sciences Research and Education
- Technology Use by Older Adults
- Nursing Diagnosis and Documentation
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Family Caregiving in Mental Illness
- Ophthalmology and Visual Impairment Studies
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
- Emergency and Acute Care Studies
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Family Support in Illness
- Urban Green Space and Health
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Frailty in Older Adults
- Art Therapy and Mental Health
- Elder Abuse and Neglect
- Health Education and Validation
SUNY Brockport
2017-2024
St. Peter's Hospital
2015-2021
McMaster University
2012-2021
Hamilton Health Sciences
2015-2021
State University of New York
2018-2021
Impact
2017
Abstract Background While studies have examined the quality of life (QoL) family caregivers for people living with dementia, it is not yet clear how these caregivers’ affects their ability to meet care demands loved ones. The purpose study was explore perceived in relation provided persons dementia. Methods Twenty-three participated this study. These focus groups or one-on-one interviews after completing questionnaires regarding own as well ones interview and group transcripts were analyzed...
Physical frailty is associated with significant morbidity and mortality in community-dwelling older adults. Burden informal caregivers of adults causes physical psychological distress. However, the relationship between these two clinical phenomena has not been extensively studied. This cross-sectional study evaluated attending an outpatient geriatric clinic subjective burden reported by their caregivers.We measured following characteristics 45 patient-caregiver dyads assessment clinic: using...
Ageism is often neglected in higher education curriculum, leaving many students unaware of its harmful effects and how to address it. The purpose this mixed methods study was examine the benefits on ageism intergenerational contact a 1-credit seminar course ageism. Participants included 21 (experimental group) an 35 (control reading-based courses unrelated baseline posttests Expectations Regarding Aging Survey (ERA-38) Attitudes Ageing Questionnaire (AAQ-24). Following course, from...
Engaging with art can be valuable for persons living dementia. 'Artful Moments' was a collaborative project undertaken by the Art Gallery of Hamilton and Behavioural Health Program at Sciences that sought to develop implement program arts-based activities in middle-to-late stages dementia who exhibit behavioural symptoms their accompanying care partners.This pilot study employed qualitative descriptive design. Eight participants were observed during multiple sessions evaluate level...
Primary informal caregivers play a critical role in the care and support of persons with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). A recent systematic review found little existing research into whether caregiver quality-of-life affects level or quality that provide to their loved ones AD. The dearth could be due absence questionnaires designed specifically measure In present study, we interviewed primary obtain views on type questionnaire would most suitable assess qualitative descriptive design was used....
We reviewed the literature to examine whether an association exists between quality of life (QoL) primary informal Alzheimer's disease (AD) caregivers and level care that these provide their loved ones with AD. obtained studies focusing on for family members Our outcome interest was or independent variable caregiver QoL. extracted data in tabular form used a narrative synthesis approach describe our findings. Only one relevant study included review. Overall, evidence equivocal regarding...
Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRD) are some of the leading causes morbidity in developed nations. Unpaid family caregivers primarily responsible for providing care support needed by persons with ADRD. In process caring their loved ones ADRD, often have to deal multiple challenges, including own deteriorating well-being overall quality-of-life (QoL). A recent systematic review showed that very little research has been undertaken study relationship between AD caregiver QoL level...
Research has identified the benefits and challenges of creating multigenerational classrooms for purpose intergenerational learning in higher education. However, much less been written about systems support needed at organizational level to promote within lifelong initiatives as a key component their engagement strategies. This paper analyzes development college’s auditing initiative along with narrative responses from faculty who participated program offer insight into formal informal...
RÉSUMÉ Cette étude avait pour but d’identifier les facteurs qui influent sur la capacité des personnes âgées à prendre en charge leur santé après une consultation au service urgences (SU). Les questionnaires de l’enquête (n = 380) ont été remplis SU par et leurs aidants visaient évaluer perception compréhension l’information était fournie. Des entrevues 51) réalisées avec un sous-échantillon participants cours quatre semaines suivant examiné ayant incidence l’autogestion problèmes santé. La...
There is growing evidence that the well-being of childcare workers has important implications for care provided to children attending centers. To add body research in this area and lay groundwork further research, we report results a pilot study examining factors are associated with health status southern Alberta, Canada. The examined include: control, employer's interest worker's wellbeing, actions taking improve their own health. A total 260 "Workplace Health Risks Survey 2008"...
<sec> Objective Family caregivers of people with dementia perform duties that are important for maintaining their loved one's overall well-being. However, it is not yet clear how these caregivers' quality-of-life affects ability to meet the care demands ones. The purpose this study utilize a mixed methods approach in investigating family caregiver provided dementia. will be recruited from Rochester, New York area participate focus groups or one-on-one interviews. In addition qualitative data...
The increasing lifespan of the United States population has led to a rise in prevalence age-related chronic diseases, need for unpaid caregivers. Currently, little research is known about this specific beyond limited formal training caregivers receive on caregiving process. Acquiring visual impairments (VI) later life places large emotional toll both loved one and their objectives pilot study were: (1) implement multimodal intervention targeted towards improving quality care recipients with...
Institutions of higher education need to become more age friendly. Creating an on-campus lifelong learning program can offer older adults opportunities audit classes and engage in multigenerational classrooms, but also promote intergenerational when instructors consciously use pedagogy that fosters engagement between learners from various generations. Promoting facilitate reciprocal sharing expertise generations is the fourth principle Age Friendly University framework. This qualitative...
Typically, long-term care home (LTCH) residents are transferred to hospital access intravenous (IV) therapy. The aim of this study was pilot-test an in-home IV therapy service, and describe outcomes key informants' perceptions service.This service pilot-tested in four LTCH the Hamilton-Niagara region, Ontario. Interviews were conducted with six caregivers who received ten informants representing LTC staff partners assess their service. A chart review resident population served...
Ageism is a growing issue that affects all nations, though it receives limited attention in higher education curricula. The purpose of this qualitative study was to utilize post-course student reflections examine the benefits participating 1-credit course focused on ageism. pedagogy provided normal aging and intergenerational contact, elements shown reduce negative stereotypes ageist perspectives college students. Participants included 20 undergraduate students from various disciplines....
Caregivers of older adults with visual impairments are often family members who spend many hours caring for loved ones at the expense their personal needs. The purpose this study was to examine quality life unpaid caregivers and determine barriers facilitators improving life. To population, 130 were surveyed using Satisfaction Life Scale, Living Arrangement Indicators Social Interaction Survey, Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), Caregiver Quality (EQ-5D), Perceived Change Index (PCI). Results...