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Development of an online tool to support financial and legal planning in dementia
Irene Tessaro1, Sarah M Hooper2, Denise Watt2
1People Designs, Inc, 1304 Broad St., Durham, NC 27705, USA.
Objective:
To develop, assess, and refine an online educational tool, Plan for Clarity, to support financial and legal planning in dementia.
Methods:
A Delphi mixed-method study with three rounds of anonymous review by lay and professional stakeholders was designed to reach consensus about the content of the online tool and explore the socio-cultural and behavioral factors that could affect access and use.
Results:
Consensus showed that the online tool covered key information, knowledge, and communication skills for financial and legal planning. Study themes: 1) the online tool had to be easy to navigate with relevant, easily understood information; 2) people with early signs of memory difficulties would be able to use the tool; 3) a referral from a trusted source is a primary way to facilitate access and use of the tool; and 4) discussions about financial and legal issues should be held early, ahead of barriers that can block discussion.
Conclusion:
These data suggest this online tool is relevant and feasible for dementia care and support as well as aging more generally.
Innovation:
Plan for Clarity is innovative as an evidence and theory-driven online education tool to address financial and legal planning for dementia care, particularly among underserved older adults.
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