Abstract
This paper describes an occupational therapy intervention designed for family caregivers of persons with dementia. The intervention, based on the framework of a competence-environmental press model and the principle of collaboration, was implemented during 5 home visits. Each visit was designed to build caregiving skills through collaboration in identifying problem areas, developing and implementing environmental strategies, and modifying management approaches. A case vignette illustrates the therapeutic process and outcomes. The theoretical rationale and structure of the intervention and innovative documentation for evaluation of the theoretic process are also presented.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 801-808 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | The American journal of occupational therapy. : official publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association |
Volume | 46 |
Issue number | 9 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1992 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Occupational Therapy