Exploring the Impact of COVID-19 on the Care and Quality of Life of People with Dementia and Their Carers: A Scoping Review
Abstract:
This article reports on findings of a scoping review aimed to map the published literature concerning the impact of COVID-19 on the care and quality of life of people living with dementia and their carers.
Twenty-nine articles were included in the review.
Three overarching themes were identified:
- Impact on people with dementia – unmet and increased care needs;
- Impact on carers – increased stress and burden; and
- Impact according to demographics.
Overall, findings show that COVID-19 has led to a reduction in support from health and social services and to a move towards technology-based support. Furthermore, Covid-19 has had a negative impact on the care and quality of life of people living with dementia and their carers, and that this impact was influenced by the severity of dementia.
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Published
Nov 01, 2021
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Subject Area
- Mental Health and Wellness
- Caregiving & Caregiver Support
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Audience
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Health Authorities
- Academics
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