Factors impacting the access and use of formal health and social services by caregivers of stroke survivors: an interpretive description study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Evidence has shown that family and friend caregivers of stroke survivors are significantly and negatively impacted by caregiving. The negative effects of caregiving may persist over time suggesting that caregivers might benefit from ongoing engagement with supportive services. However, little is known about caregivers' use of formally funded health and social services, or the factors influencing their access to and use of these services. The aim of this study is to increase understanding of the factors that influence stroke caregivers' access and use of formal health and social services, from the perspective of stroke caregivers and healthcare providers.

Methods

A qualitative study was conducted with stroke caregivers and health providers in Ontario, Canada using

SUBMITTER: Garnett A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8975449 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature