Respite Targeted to Multi-Age Groups

Respite care for caregivers and people with severe mental illness: literature review

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Study Aim/Purpose: To review research literature on respite for people affected by severe mental illness and identify implications for nursing practice.  Summary of Methods: An initial literature search was undertaken…

The types and functions of social supports used by parents caring for a child with autism spectrum disorder

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Study Aim/Purpose: The purpose of this study was to document the kinds of social support used by parents caring for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and to understand how…

Rest assured? A study of unpaid carers’ experiences of short breaks

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Study Aim/Purpose: This report explored the benefits, limitations, factors affecting access to and recommendations for improvement to short breaks (also known as respite care) provided by formal services, family, and…

Effects of Respite care training on respite provider knowledge and confidence and outcomes for family caregivers receiving respite services

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Study Aim/Purpose: This article presents the results from a large nationwide evaluation of the Respite Education and Support Tools (REST) respite provider training program.  Summary of Methods: The first component…

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