CareHeroes Web and Android™ Apps for Dementia Caregivers A Feasibility Study
CareHeroes Web and Android™ Apps for Dementia Caregivers A Feasibility Study
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DOI：
10.3928/19404921-20160229-02
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发表时间：
2016-07-01
影响因子：
1.6
通讯作者：
Castro, Joana
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作者：
Brown, Ellen Leslie;Ruggiano, Nicole;Castro, Joana
目前可行性研究的目的是检查新开发的基于网络和Android（TM）应用程序（app）（即，CareHeroes）具有多种功能，以支持个人照顾患有阿尔茨海默病或其他形式的痴呆症（AD）的亲人。这项研究进行了为期11周的时间与黑社会的AD照顾者，指定的家庭护理个案经理，和初级保健提供者（PCP）。这项研究采用了定量和定性方法。11名AD护理人员（7个女儿，2个儿子和2个配偶），6名病例管理人员和5名PCP参加了研究。数据显示，参与者对CareHeroes的多种功能以及访问和使用CareHeroes的能力表示满意。使用障碍包括对时间限制和不熟悉技术的担忧。虽然研究结果是有希望的，但需要进行一项长期研究来评估CareHeroes应用程序的影响。
The purpose of the current feasibility study was to examine the use, utility, and areas for refinement of a newly developed web-based and Android (TM) application (app) (i.e., CareHeroes) with multiple features to support individuals caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia (AD). The study was performed over an 11-week period with triads of AD caregivers, assigned home care case managers, and primary care providers (PCP). The study involved quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Eleven AD caregivers (seven daughters, two sons, and two spouses), six case managers, and five PCPs participated. Data demonstrate participants were mostly satisfied with the multiple features and ability to access and use CareHeroes. Barriers for use include concerns about time constraints and not being familiar with technology. Although the study findings are promising, a longer term study to evaluate the impact of the CareHeroes app is indicated.