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C C Goodman

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PubMed1990

A model telephone information and support program for caregivers of Alzheimer's patients.

A model telephone support program involved setting up peer networks of four or five caregivers for regular telephone conversations. A randomized comparison was made of participants in networks (n = 31) and participants listening to an informational mini-lecture series assessed over the telephone (n = 35). Results indicated information gain, increased perceived social supports, and increased satisfaction with social supports regardless of program component. Greater information gain and more frequent emotional support from family and friends was shown for those listening to lectures. Less frequent emotional support from family and friends was found for peer network participants, suggesting support substitution.

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PubMed1988

Board and care castaways: older adults outside the long term care continuum.

Board and care homes for the elderly offer a protective housing option. However limited resources and an increasingly disabled population have put severe stress on these facilities. This study looks at the boundaries of board and care in a California sample by comparing case examples of problem residents who were retained in board and care homes and problem residents who were asked to leave. Results from a discriminate analysis show those expelled have more personal care needs, fewer social skills, less family support and that the home has fewer resources to deal with the particular resident. Both groups have similar number of health and behavioral problems. Findings suggest additional resources for non-medical, maintenance care are needed to extend stay and prevent nursing home admission.

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