How Caregivers Connect and Care for the Multilingual Older Adult With Dementia
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Maria Roche-Dean, PhD, RN, WMU Bronson School of Nursing, Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA
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- Iota Delta at-Large
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Abstract
This presentation focuses on the challenges formal and informal caregivers experience as they attempt to care for bilingual and multilingual older adults who have dementia. Constructivist Grounded Theory is applied to guide this study and elucidate the process of cultural translation that occurs as informal caregivers navigate the healthcare system.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-10-30T20:47:53Z
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| Type | Presentation |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Bilingual; Constructivist Grounded Theory; Dementia |
Conference Information
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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