Feasibility and acceptability of virtual programs for people with dementia and their caregivers.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To assess the feasibility and acceptability of the Oshawa Senior Community Centres (OSCC55 +) virtual programs (VP) in addressing the needs for social connection and interaction for people with dementia (PWD) and their informal caregivers (ICG).

Background

During the pandemic, PWD faced increased loneliness and reduced social interaction due to a loss of community programs. The OSCC55 + developed VPs to combat social isolation and provide respite for ICG. These efforts highlight the importance of accessible, and technology-based VPs for maintaining social connectedness for PWD.

Methods

A qualitative interpretive research design with PWD (n = 14) interviews and ICG focus group and one-on-one interviews (n = 11). This research explored the lived experiences of

SUBMITTER: Sun W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11423503 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature