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This study adapted the Memory Support System (MSS) for French-speaking individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The adapted MSS improved daily functioning, memory self-efficacy, and well-being for participants and their care partners.

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Background:

  • Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) increases dementia risk and can impact daily living.
  • Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) may be affected by MCI.
  • The Memory Support System (MSS) aids independence in IADLs for MCI patients and supports caregivers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of a translated and culturally adapted MSS for French-speaking individuals with MCI.
  • To assess the impact of the adapted MSS on daily function, self-efficacy, mood, and quality of life in participants and care partners.

Main Methods:

  • A translated and culturally adapted MSS was implemented with four French-speaking, community-dwelling participants with MCI and their support partners.
  • Measures included treatment adherence, daily function, memory self-efficacy, quality of life, mood, anxiety, and caregiver burden.
  • Assessments were conducted at baseline, treatment end, and eight-week follow-up.

Main Results:

  • Participants with MCI demonstrated improved adherence to the MSS, enhanced IADLs, and better memory self-efficacy.
  • Improvements were observed in quality of life and reductions in depression and anxiety symptoms for MCI participants.
  • Care partners experienced improved quality of life and reduced depressive symptoms, with generally stable caregiver burden and anxiety.

Conclusions:

  • The culturally adapted MSS is usable and beneficial for French-speaking individuals with MCI.
  • MSS training can enhance daily functioning and well-being for both individuals with MCI and their care partners.