Self-reported benefits for care partners of attending a person-centred dementia cafe

Informal care partners of individuals with dementia are often referred to as the ‘invisible patient’, whose needs are under-represented in research. The physical, mental and emotional responsibilities of caring for someone with dementia can be both rewarding and challenging. This qualitative study e...

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Published inInternational journal of care and caring Vol. 6; no. 4; pp. 586 - 603
Main Authors Chesterton, Lorna, Innes, Anthea, Smith, Sarah K., Morris, Lydia
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Bristol Policy Press 01.11.2022
The Policy Press
Subjects
Alzheimer's disease
Belonging
Care Partners
Co-design
Dementia
Dementia Cafe
Human dignity
Indigent care
Informal care
Person-Centred
Personhood
Qualitative research
Self report
Well being
dementia
dementia cafe
care partners
person-centred
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Summary:Informal care partners of individuals with dementia are often referred to as the ‘invisible patient’, whose needs are under-represented in research. The physical, mental and emotional responsibilities of caring for someone with dementia can be both rewarding and challenging. This qualitative study explored how attending a dementia cafe affected care partner well-being. The co-designed cafe adopted a person-centred approach, valuing members’ unique abilities and contributions. Results showed that the cafe provided a safe environment where individuals could be themselves. Participants found a sense of belonging, camaraderie and friendship that enhanced their sense of well-being and maintained their selfhood and dignity.
ISSN:2397-8821
2397-883X
DOI:10.1332/239788221X16357690075748