ABSTRACT
Caregivers are at increased risk for physical and mental health problems. These risks may be mitigated through participation in an education-based wellness program, yet many caregivers face barriers to attend such programs in-person. This pilot study sought to examine the outcomes of a telehealth delivery format for an education-based wellness program called Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) for 16 caregivers in four states. Participants had high-class attendance, reported socialization with other caregivers, and demonstrated a significant decrease in symptoms of depression at post-assessment.
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Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that there is no conflict of interest.
Research Ethics and Patient Consent
This research was approved by Concordia University Wisconsin IRB: IRB Reference # 17-08. All participants reviewed and signed a written informed consent form prior to participation.