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Health Providers Perspectives On The Access And Use Of Formal Health And Social Services By Stroke Caregivers, Hannah Pollock
Health Providers Perspectives On The Access And Use Of Formal Health And Social Services By Stroke Caregivers, Hannah Pollock
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Informal stroke caregivers, comprised of family and friends, can experience prolonged stress that places them at risk of poor health and social outcomes. These caregivers may benefit from formal health and social services, but they are often underused and challenging to access. This qualitative interpretive description study sought to explore health providers’ perspectives on the factors that impact stroke caregivers' access and use of formal health and social services. In addition, it sought to explore health providers' experiences and how they perceive their role in supporting stroke caregivers'. In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 health providers. Through inductive thematic …