Table 3 Family Physicians Preferences for Potential Topics for Education about FCGs
Topic | % Interested |
|---|---|
Assess support needs of Family Caregivers in an organized way. | 91% |
Assist Family Caregivers to access resources and overcome barriers, including community and financial supports. | 89% |
Address system and practice barriers to support Family Caregivers and reduce your own angst. | 80% |
Learn how to support the emotional and psychological needs of Family Caregivers and meet your own. | 78% |
Understand the unique needs of “double-duty caregivers” who work as healthcare providers and are Family Caregivers | 74% |
Examine the culture and context of your care setting in supporting Family Caregivers. | 72% |
Recognize the roles played by Family Caregivers, their diversity and consequences of caregiving. | 68% |
Awareness of societal views that impact Family Caregivers (i.e., ageism, stigma, discrimination). | 65% |
Effective communication with Family Caregivers, and use of an empathic approach. | 64% |
Partner with Family Caregivers and establish collaborative relationships. | 62% |