Kiselica Andrew M, Hermann Greta, Harmon Sawyer, Gilligan Megan, Ranum Rylea, Boone Anna, Wolf Timothy, Stevens Alan, Azevedo Renato F L, Beer Jenay, Benge Jared
Institute of Gerontology, College of Public Health, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA.
Department of Health Psychology, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, USA.
J Appl Gerontol. 2025 Jun 11:7334648251348267. doi: 10.1177/07334648251348267.
Everyday technologies, like smartphones, might improve care of persons living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (PLWADRD) and reduce burden among care partners. However, care partners often report inadequate technical skills for using technology-based strategies. To address this need, we developed a manualized behavioral intervention called Technology Assistance in Dementia (Tech-AiD). We gathered feedback on the intervention concept from invested partners (10 care partners and 10 healthcare professionals) in a multimethod study. Quantitative results suggested very high intervention acceptability (4.55/5), appropriateness (4.36/5), and feasibility (4.11/5). Qualitative responses indicated a willingness to participate in Tech-AiD if available, described the program as a good fit for the needs of persons living with ADRD and care partners, and suggested that Tech-AiD's delivery format was convenient. Qualitative responses also included specific suggestions to improve Tech-AiD (e.g., creation of a technology helpline, booster sessions). Results provide evidence of Tech-AiD's readiness for a pilot trial.
日常技术,如智能手机,可能会改善阿尔茨海默病及相关痴呆症患者(PLWADRD)的护理状况,并减轻护理伙伴的负担。然而,护理伙伴经常报告称,他们在使用基于技术的策略方面缺乏足够的技术技能。为满足这一需求,我们开发了一种名为痴呆症技术援助(Tech-AiD)的标准化行为干预措施。我们在一项多方法研究中收集了相关利益伙伴(10名护理伙伴和10名医疗专业人员)对该干预概念的反馈。定量结果显示干预的可接受性非常高(4.55/5)、适宜性(4.36/5)和可行性(4.11/5)。定性反馈表明,如果有机会,他们愿意参与Tech-AiD,称该项目非常符合患有ADRD的患者及护理伙伴的需求,并表示Tech-AiD的交付形式很方便。定性反馈还包括改进Tech-AiD的具体建议(例如,设立技术帮助热线、强化培训课程)。研究结果为Tech-AiD准备进行试点试验提供了证据。