Peer support for people with dementia: an exploratory study of two peer support models-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Peer support for people with dementia: an exploratory study of two peer support models

Published:2024-07-22 Issue: Volume: Page:1-19
ISSN:2397-8821
Container-title:International Journal of Care and Caring
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Author:

Barcenilla-Wong Annica L.¹,Skaf Raquel¹,Hancock Nicola¹,Low Lee-Fay¹

Affiliation:

1. University of Sydney, Australia

Abstract

In this article, perceived benefits, facilitators and challenges of peer support offered for and by people living with dementia are explored by comparing peer support provided by Dementia Lifestyle Coach (DLC) and Dementia Alliance International (DAI). Semi-structured interviews were conducted with interviewees from DLC and DAI. Interview recordings were transcribed verbatim and thematically analysed. Peer support offered by DLC and DAI provided connection and emotional and informational support and promoted living well with dementia. Each programme had unique barriers and facilitators. The article concludes that peer support for and by people living with dementia should be considered in post-diagnostic dementia support programmes.

Publisher

Bristol University Press

Link

https://bristoluniversitypressdigital.com/downloadpdf/journals/ijcc/aop/article-10.1332-23978821Y2024D000000068/article-10.1332-23978821Y2024D000000068.xml

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