Abstract

CAMPOS, Solange et al. Evaluation of a pilot program for the support of family caregivers who work and care for dependent relatives: pre and posttest. Gerokomos [online]. 2015, vol.26, n.4, pp.127-131. ISSN 1134-928X.

The aging population increased the possibility of need to be care. Historically women have assumed this task adding it to those performed as paid workers. This dual role is a risk factor for the health of workers, quality of care delivery and job performance. Objectives: To evaluate the effect of intervention for workers who perform tasks of informal care on the perceived burden of care and social support program. Methods: A pre-post test study with 25 workers who wield dual role of informal caregivers. Conclusions: The intervention was effective to reduce the perceived burden of care and increase the perception of social support, which makes it highly recommended such interventions contributing to the health of workers and family caregiver.

Keywords : self care; aged; carers; family caregivers; employees; support; workplace.

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