scholarly journals Implementation of the Blended Care Self-Management Program for Caregivers of People With Early-Stage Dementia (Partner in Balance): Process Evaluation of a Randomized Controlled Trial

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (12) ◽  
pp. e423 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lizzy MM Boots ◽  
Marjolein E de Vugt ◽  
Claudia MJ Smeets ◽  
Gertrudis IJM Kempen ◽  
Frans RJ Verhey
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Process Evaluation ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Management Program ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Blended Care

scholarly journals Implementation of the Blended Care Self-Management Program for Caregivers of People With Early-Stage Dementia (Partner in Balance): Process Evaluation of a Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lizzy MM Boots ◽  
Marjolein E de Vugt ◽  
Claudia MJ Smeets ◽  
Gertrudis IJM Kempen ◽  
Frans RJ Verhey
Keyword(s):  
Process Evaluation ◽  
Program Effectiveness ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
Management Program ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Implementation Barriers ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Blended Care

BACKGROUND Caring for a family member with dementia puts caregivers at risk of overburdening. Electronic health (eHealth) support for caregivers offers an opportunity for accessible tailored interventions. The blended care self-management program “Partner in Balance” (PiB) for early-stage dementia caregivers was executed in Dutch dementia care organizations. The program combines face-to-face coaching with tailored Web-based modules. Next to an evaluation of program effectiveness, an evaluation of sampling and intervention quality is essential for the generalizability and interpretation of results. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to describe the process evaluation from the perspective of both family caregivers (participants) and professionals delivering the intervention (coaches) to determine internal and external validity before the effect analysis and aid future implementation. METHODS Implementation, sampling, and intervention quality were evaluated with quantitative and qualitative data from logistical research data, coach questionnaires (n=13), and interviews with coaches (n=10) and participants (n=49). Goal attainment scaling was used to measure treatment-induced change. Analyses were performed with descriptive statistics and deductive content analysis. RESULTS The participation rate of eligible caregivers was 51.9% (80/154). Recruitment barriers were lack of computer and lack of need for support. Young age and employment were considered recruitment facilitators. All coaches attended training and supervision in blended care self-management. Deviations from the structured protocol were reported on intervention time, structure, and feedback. Coaches described an intensified relationship with the caregiver post intervention. Caregivers appreciated the tailored content and positive feedback. The blended structure increased their openness. The discussion forum was appreciated less. Overall, personal goals were attained after the program (T>50). Implementation barriers included lack of financing, time, and deviating target population. CONCLUSIONS Participants and coaches were satisfied with the intervention, but adapting the content to specific subgroups, for example, younger caregivers, was recommended. Implementation of the program requires more awareness of the benefits of blended care self-management programs and training in tailored self-management skills. CLINICALTRIAL Dutch Trial Register (NTR): NTR4748; http://www.trialregister.nl (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6vSb2t9Mg)

An Overactive Bladder Online Self-management Program With Embedded Avatars: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Efficacy

Urology ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 85 (3) ◽  
pp. 561-567 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allen D. Andrade ◽  
Ramanakumar Anam ◽  
Chandana Karanam ◽  
Pamela Downey ◽  
Jorge G. Ruiz
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Overactive Bladder ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Management Program ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Randomized Controlled

scholarly journals Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate an Internet‐Based Self‐Management Program in Systemic Sclerosis

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dinesh Khanna ◽  
Jennifer Serrano ◽  
Veronica J. Berrocal ◽  
Richard M. Silver ◽  
Pedro Cuencas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Systemic Sclerosis ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Management Program ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Randomized Controlled

scholarly journals A Phase II Multicentered, Single-Blind, Randomized, Controlled Trial of the Stroke Self-Management Program

Stroke ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 42 (6) ◽  
pp. 1673-1679 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dominique A. Cadilhac ◽  
Sally Hoffmann ◽  
Monique Kilkenny ◽  
Richard Lindley ◽  
Erin Lalor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Management Program ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Single Blind
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