This report (45 pages, in French) presents the results of a research initiative aimed at gaining a better understanding of the needs and expectations in terms of care and services people living with a neurocognitive disorder, more specifically Alzheimer’s disease, and their caregivers. It sheds light on several aspects of their experience, including their relationship with the disease, family relationships,access to health care and services, and support received from the health and social services network. The findings are based on a rapid review of the scientific and grey literature and on a group discussion with a non-representative sample of two people living with Alzheimer’s disease and four caregivers.
Expérience des personnes qui vivent avec un trouble neurocognitif au Québec : État des connaissances
This report (45 pages, in French) presents the results of a research initiative aimed at gaining a better understanding of the needs and expectations in terms of care and services of people living with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers.
Year: 2024
Languages: French
Format: Document (article, report, guide, etc.)
Dimension(s) of caregiving:
- Analysis of caregiving support
- Realities of caregiving
- Repercussions of caregiving
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