Research Library
The Carer Knowledge Exchange Research Library is a collection of recent Australian publications and other resources that contain reliable research about family and friend carers. It is constantly being added to, and you can suggest research to be included here.
There are two main ways to use the Research Library. The first is to search using the fields below. The second is to browse by category lower down the page.
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The publications in this research library may contain references to sensitive issues and cause distress. If you or someone you are with is in immediate danger, please call 000. If you feel upset or are in distress, you can contact Lifeline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phoning 13 11 14 or texting 0477 13 11 14. For other information on support for carers please visit our support for carers page.
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2.10.2024
A scoping review of barriers to accessing aged care services for older adults from culturally and linguistically diverse communities in Australia
Anthony Obinna Iwuagwu, Abner Weng Cheong Poon, Elizabeth Fernandez
The ageing population of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) individuals in Australia is growing due to the ageing of early migrants and increased family reunification. This scoping review examined research on barriers to aged care services for CALD older adults using the Access to Care Framework’s five dimensions: availability, accessibility, accommodation, affordability, and acceptability.
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28.5.2024
Patient Caregiver Perspectives on Accessing Language Interpretation in a Pediatric Emergency Department
Emily A. Hartford, Nicholas Dimenstein, Barry Dwight , K. Casey Lion
This article highlights the challenges faced by patients and caregivers who speak a language other than English (LOE) in pediatric emergency departments (ED).
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11.6.2024
How to support caregivers in general practice: development of the Caregiver Care Model
Anna Mygind, Sara Marie Hebsgaard Offersen, Mai-Britt Guldin, Kaj S. Christensen, Mette Kjærgaard Nielsen
The article discusses the development and pilot testing of the 'Caregiver Care Model', which aims to support caregivers in general practice by addressing emotional distress and grief.
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22.5.2024
Can cessation of caregiving for parents relieve family caregivers’ psychological distress?
Takashi Oshio, Ruru Ping
This article examines the mental health effects of caregiving cessation among family caregivers in Japan, using data from a 17-wave national survey of 8,280 individuals aged 50–59.
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17.10.2024
Adapting a Preparatory Skills-Building Programme for Carers of People With Cancer Through Co-Design: The iCanSupport Project
Lukas Hofstätter ,
Existing programs often focus on mental health but overlook practical support for cancer carers. The iCanSupport project adapted existing programs using feedback from carers and healthcare professionals, making them more relevant to carers’ specific needs.
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29.9.2024
Co-Designing Caregiver Support Groups: Rapid Review with a Non-Profit Organization
Steven Hall, Erin Leeder, Leslie Macala, Jennifer White, Mikayla Hazel
This review aims to enhance evidence base on co-designing support groups for caregivers of older adults, focusing on their involvement in the co-design process.
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28.10.2024
Generation Survey - What Young Australia Thinks
Ben Edwards, Kate Doery, Jessica Arnup, Intifar Chowdhury, Daniel Edwards, Kylie Hillman
The Generation Study is national study led by the Australian National University (ANU) where students are surveyed about to better understand contemporary experiences of young Australians both within the school environment and outside education. The ten-year study aims to capture trends about career interests and post-school plans.