About This Project
Helping families communicate and coordinate caregiving to improve the quality of life for all involved.
Our Family, Our Way: A Communication and Care Coordination Process for Family Caregivers is an innovative process developed by Miami University’s Scripps Gerontology Center to assist caregiving families in coordinating care through clear communication. This process provides families with resources to hold productive family meetings, discuss care needs, and define caregiving roles and responsibilities. The initiative includes individual tools, a family meeting guide, and other support materials to ensure a collaborative and well-organized caregiving arrangement.
Aims
1: Provide families with the tools and resources to facilitate clear communication about caregiving roles and responsibilities.
2: Enable families to hold structured family meetings to discuss and agree upon care plans, support needs, and responsibilities.
Dates
Dates:
The project is ongoing and does not have a specified end date.
Funder
Miami University Scripps Gerontology Center
Acknowledgements: Acknowledgement of the Scripps Gerontology Center team, caregivers, and families who contributed feedback and support for the development and implementation of the program.
Project Personnel
Reports and Publications
A list of publications and reports. These can link to PDF files or other websites.
Resources
Curricular Connections
The project aligns with key concepts in gerontology, caregiving, and family communication. It provides an educational framework that can be used in courses related to aging, family dynamics, and caregiving, offering professional development opportunities for those working in the aging services sector.Other Dissemination Outlets
- Podcasts on caregiving
- Webinars for family caregivers
- Social media campaigns to promote caregiving communication
Commercial Products
- Family Caregiver Training Kit Description: A comprehensive kit that provides families with tools, guides, and resources to improve caregiving communication. Intended Audience: Family caregivers, caregiving organizations Value: Supports families in coordinating caregiving efforts and improving care quality.
- Caregiver Communication Guide Description: A detailed guide on effective communication strategies for families managing caregiving. Intended Audience: Family caregivers, social workers, healthcare professionals Value: Helps families navigate difficult conversations about caregiving roles and responsibilities.
- Online Webinars and Training Modules Description: A series of online courses and webinars designed to train family caregivers in communication and care coordination. Intended Audience: Family caregivers, healthcare providers Value: Provides flexible learning for caregivers on effective communication and care management.