A multi-professional short-term group intervention for

J Palliat Care · Jan 2002

A multi-professional short-term group intervention for informal caregivers of patients using a home palliative care service.

Informal carers of home palliative care patients have high unmet needs. However, interventions for carers are few. ⋯ The intervention was designed by integrating the findings from a qualitative study and the evidence on needs and interventions, in order to address the key issues of feasibility, acceptability, and accessibility. Qualitative data from attendees showed that identifying with other carers and validating feelings, asking questions of professionals, and providing each other with support and encouragement were valuable outcomes from the group.

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- Richard Harding, Celia Leam, Alison Pearce, Elizabeth Taylor, and Irene J Higginson.
- Department of Palliative Care and Policy, Guy's King's and St. Thomas' School of Medicine, London, U.K.
- J Palliat Care. 2002 Jan 1;18(4):275-81.
AbstractInformal carers of home palliative care patients have high unmet needs. However, interventions for carers are few. This research-based short-term group intervention addresses the information and support needs of carers. Multiprofessional informal teaching is combined with peer support. The intervention was designed by integrating the findings from a qualitative study and the evidence on needs and interventions, in order to address the key issues of feasibility, acceptability, and accessibility. Qualitative data from attendees showed that identifying with other carers and validating feelings, asking questions of professionals, and providing each other with support and encouragement were valuable outcomes from the group.

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