Friday 7 April 2017

Identifying and addressing the support needs of family caregivers of people with motor neurone disease using the Carer Support Needs Assessment Tool

Palliative and Supportive Care, 2017 15(1) 32-43
Aoun, S., Deas, K., Kristjanson, L., & Kissane, D. 

The caregivers who took part in this study identified the highest support priorities as “knowing what to expect in the future,” “knowing who to contact if concerned,” and “equipment to help care”. It was found that the CSNAT was judged to be relevant and useful by both caregivers and care advisers, providing a structured approach to facilitating discussions and addressing needs.

Fulltext available in Palliative and Supportive Care