Collins Wanda Lott, Holt Tangerine A, Moore Sharon E, Bledsoe Linda K
Raymond A. Kent School of Social Work, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen. 2003 Sep-Oct;18(5):309-16. doi: 10.1177/153331750301800503.
A growing number of Americans are managing and monitoring long-distance caregiving for an elderly parent. The authors offer a first-hand experience of caregiving involving an African-American family, which will be useful to both caregivers and practitioners. The challenges that result from long-distance caregiving are discussed. A detailed case study and assessment is followed by suggested strategies for lessening caregiver stress.
越来越多的美国人正在管理和监控对年迈父母的远程照料。作者提供了一个涉及非裔美国家庭的照料的第一手经验,这对照料者和从业者都将有所帮助。文中讨论了远程照料带来的挑战。在进行详细的案例研究和评估之后,提出了减轻照料者压力的策略。