| INNOVATIVE INTERVENTIONS |
| Nanette Lavoie-Vaughan, M.S.N., APN |
Innovative Interventions for Family Caregivers
International statistics illustrate that between 2010 and 2020 the elderly
population and those with dementia will increase significantly in
developed countries (Australia, Canada, Ireland, Israel, Japan, The
Netherlands, Scandinavia, The UK and the USA). The burden of
caregiving is immense and innovative techniques need to be developed
to support caregivers in their role. This presentation will provide an
overview of current techniques that are being tested and researched.
These include: specific family interventions, psycho-educational
strategies, in-home interventions, primary care partnering, technological
advances and issues related to diverse populations. Focus will be on
the role of nursing in implementing and advocating these strategies. The
presentation will include an in-depth discussion of family therapy, the
REACH Program, the EPS Program (environmental skill building), IFEI
(Individualized family education intervention and TLC (telephonic linked
care). An overview of new technologies for monitoring, medication
administration and self care will be included. At the completion of this
presentation, the attendee will be able to understand the needs of elder
caregivers, identify a primary intervention in each category, and
implement strategies in their own practice. A detailed reference list will
be available for participants.
Contact Nanette for more information!
International statistics illustrate that between 2010 and 2020 the elderly
population and those with dementia will increase significantly in
developed countries (Australia, Canada, Ireland, Israel, Japan, The
Netherlands, Scandinavia, The UK and the USA). The burden of
caregiving is immense and innovative techniques need to be developed
to support caregivers in their role. This presentation will provide an
overview of current techniques that are being tested and researched.
These include: specific family interventions, psycho-educational
strategies, in-home interventions, primary care partnering, technological
advances and issues related to diverse populations. Focus will be on
the role of nursing in implementing and advocating these strategies. The
presentation will include an in-depth discussion of family therapy, the
REACH Program, the EPS Program (environmental skill building), IFEI
(Individualized family education intervention and TLC (telephonic linked
care). An overview of new technologies for monitoring, medication
administration and self care will be included. At the completion of this
presentation, the attendee will be able to understand the needs of elder
caregivers, identify a primary intervention in each category, and
implement strategies in their own practice. A detailed reference list will
be available for participants.
Contact Nanette for more information!
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