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Direct linkIngebrand, Elias; Samuelsson, Christina; Hydén, Lars-Christer – Educational Gerontology, 2021
Recent studies have demonstrated that people living with dementia, contrary to common believes, are capable of novel learning without structured interventions. Opportunities for learning throughout an individual's lifespan have been acknowledged as important factors in facilitating social participation and promoting wellbeing. However, little is…
Descriptors: Dementia, Adult Learning, Well Being, Learning Processes
Download full textTrout, Alexandra L.; Lambert, Matthew C.; Thompson, Ronald; Duppong Hurley, Kristin; Tyler, Patrick – Grantee Submission, 2019
Although newly passed federal regulations mandate the provision of family-based aftercare supports for adolescents served in therapeutic residential care, very little research has been conducted to determine best practice. This efficacy and replication study compares the outcomes of youths and caregivers randomly assigned to On the Way Home (OTWH;…
Descriptors: Caregivers, Empowerment, Self Efficacy, Adolescents
Figueiredo, Daniela; Barbosa, Ana; Cruz, Joana; Marques, Alda; Sousa, Liliana – Educational Gerontology, 2013
This pilot-study aimed to assess a psychoeducational program for staff in care homes. The program was designed to increase knowledge regarding dementia care, promote skills to integrate motor and multisensory stimulation in daily care, and develop coping strategies to manage emotional work-related demands. Six staff members received eight…
Descriptors: Dementia, Psychoeducational Methods, Caregivers, Staff Development
Kemp, Candace L. – Journal of Family Issues, 2012
Being married in later life often prevents relocation to long-term care settings, but couples do relocate to these environments. Typically, this transition does not mark the end of support provided by families, especially adult children. Little is known about children's experiences providing support in care settings when both parents are involved.…
Descriptors: Older Adults, Spouses, Caregivers, Social Support Groups
Lange, Jean W.; Mager, Diana; Greiner, Philip A.; Saracino, Katherine – Gerontology & Geriatrics Education, 2011
The purpose of the ELDER (Expanded Learning and Dedication to Elders in the Region) Project was to address the needs of underserved older adults by providing worksite education to individuals who provide nursing care to older adults in community health centers, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities. Four agencies located in a Health…
Descriptors: Nursing Education, Educational Needs, Nurses, Focus Groups
Guercio, John M.; Dixon, Mark R. – Journal of Organizational Behavior Management, 2010
Weekly observations of direct-care staff in a facility for persons with brain injury yielded less than optimal interactional style with facility residents. Following an observational baseline, staff were asked to self-rate a 15-min video sample of their interaction behavior with participants on their unit. They were then asked to compare their…
Descriptors: Residential Institutions, Head Injuries, Neurological Impairments, Behavior Disorders
