Issue:
This project tests a refresher dose for a full 7.5-hour version of an educational program about managing dementia-related aggression in long-term care. While the full version reduced aggression and enhanced staff confidence to manage it, reinforcement is needed to sustain skills over time. Thus, this pilot will test two, 50-minute refresher sessions that review key program principles.
Objectives:
This study aims to determine the effect of being exposed to a 100-minute dose refresher extracted from a full 7.5 hour curriculum compared to no refresher exposure on the development of responsive behaviour management competency in front-line staff working with dementia residents in long-term care using a sequential mixed methods quasi-experimental study design. Albert Bandura’s social learning theory will be the conceptual framework underpinning the study.
Anticipated Results:
Based on the results from this study, the research team will be able to investigate the effectiveness of on-line modules in a larger sample of facilities across Ontario. This is particularly important for staff in isolated communities.
Investigators:
Lori J. Schindel Martin (Ryerson University), Kevin Brazil (McMaster University & St. Joseph’s Health System), Diane Crawshaw (McMaster University), Jennifer Banks (St. Joseph’s Villa), Barbara McCoy (Alzheimer Society of Hamilton and Halton), Nellie Vengeroff (Ryerson University)
