TESTING THE IMPACT OF A CASE-MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ON CAREGIVER APPRAISAL

Authors
BRAUN KL ROSE CL
Citation
Kl. Braun et Cl. Rose, TESTING THE IMPACT OF A CASE-MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ON CAREGIVER APPRAISAL, Journal of gerontological social work, 21(3-4), 1994, pp. 51-69
Citations number
40
Journal title
Journal of gerontological social work → ACNP
ISSN journal
01634372
Volume
21
Issue
3-4
Year of publication
1994
Pages
51 - 69
Database
ISI
SICI code
0163-4372(1994)21:3-4<51:TTIOAC>2.0.ZU;2-C
Abstract
This study tested the impact of a case managed, in-home services progr am on caregivers' perceptions of burden, satisfaction, and health. Ove r their first 6 months with the program, caregivers reported spending less time in patient care activities. Subjective burden and symptoms w ere reduced initially, but climbed to original levels by the 6-month r eassessment. Satisfaction scores did not change significantly. Social work's role in the program is discussed.