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Iterative Review and Revision of the Enhancing Active Caregiver Training (EnACT) Intervention
Jacqueline Eaton1, Sarah Neller2, Moroni Fernandez Cajavilca3
1College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
Journal of Alzheimer'S Disease Reports
|June 14, 2023
Summary
This study refined an intervention to actively engage dementia caregivers, aiming to reduce negative caregiving outcomes. The iterative process involved expert review and focus groups to optimize activities for better caregiver support.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Caregiver Support Interventions
- Dementia Care Research
Background:
- Actively engaging dementia caregivers shows potential for mitigating negative caregiving impacts.
- Existing interventions require optimization and systematic evaluation for effectiveness.
- Caregiver well-being is crucial in managing dementia's challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe an iterative process for refining an intervention designed to enhance active caregiver engagement.
- To prepare intervention activities for focus group feedback and pilot testing.
- To develop a framework and template for guiding intervention refinement in caregiver support.
Main Methods:
- A three-stage review process involving content experts was employed.
- Caregiving vignettes were identified and engagement techniques reorganized.
- Focus group activities were optimized for online delivery to improve accessibility and safety.
Main Results:
- The iterative refinement process successfully optimized intervention activities.
- Online delivery methods were established for focus group engagement.
- A structured framework and template for intervention refinement were developed.
Conclusions:
- The described iterative process provides a systematic approach to refining caregiver interventions.
- Optimized interventions can enhance active caregiver engagement, potentially improving outcomes.
- The developed framework supports the creation of accessible and effective caregiver support tools.
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