Dedicated caregivers are responsible for providing unlimited assistance including complex nursing care, cognitive support and care management both in a nursing institution and at home. An intensive study of the caregiving process revealed that caregivers are poorly prepared for their roles and are providing care with less or no support. They are burdened and experiencing physical and psychological illnesses. These issues brought adverse effects on their delivery of care which indicate a need to assess caregivers and implement reform in the system.
Needs Assessment
The assessment for Parkwood Healthcare Community in Bedford, Texas was conducted by caregiver researchers and agency officials. This assessment ...
