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Invested Partner Feedback on Technology Assistance in Dementia (Tech-AiD)

Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Everyday technologies, like smartphones, might improve care of persons living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (PLWADRD) and reduce burden among care partners. However, care partners often report inadequate technical skills for using technology-based strategies. To address this need, we developed a manualized behavioral intervention called Technology Assistance in Dementia (Tech-AiD). We gathered feedback on the intervention concept from invested partners (10 care partners and 10 healthcare professionals) in a multimethod study. Quantitative results suggested very high intervention acceptability (4.55/5), appropriateness (4.36/5), and feasibility (4.11/5). Qualitative responses indicated a willingness to participate in Tech-AiD if available, described the program as a good fit for the needs of persons living with ADRD and care partners, and suggested that Tech-AiD's delivery format was convenient. Qualitative responses also included specific suggestions to improve Tech-AiD (e.g., creation of a technology helpline, booster sessions). Results provide evidence of Tech-AiD's readiness for a pilot trial.
DOI: 10.1177/07334648251348267
Authors: Andrew M. Kiselica, Greta Hermann, Sawyer Harmon, Megan Gilligan, Rylea Ranum, Anna Boone, Timothy Wolf, Alan Stevens, Renato F. L. Azevedo, Jenay Beer, Jared Benge
Institutions: University of Georgia, University of Missouri, University of Houston, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Baylor Scott & White Health, The University of Texas at Austin
Language: English
Subfield: Demography
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4411256865
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