Research Library
The Carer Knowledge Exchange Research Library is a collection of recent Australian publications and other resources that contain reliable research about family and friend carers. It is constantly being added to, and you can suggest research to be included here.
There are two main ways to use the Research Library. The first is to search using the fields below. The second is to browse by category lower down the page.
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Please also see our Frequently asked questions page.
The publications in this research library may contain references to sensitive issues and cause distress. If you or someone you are with is in immediate danger, please call 000. If you feel upset or are in distress, you can contact Lifeline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phoning 13 11 14 or texting 0477 13 11 14. For other information on support for carers please visit our support for carers page.
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17.10.2024
Adapting a Preparatory Skills-Building Programme for Carers of People With Cancer Through Co-Design: The iCanSupport Project
Existing programs often focus on mental health but overlook practical support for cancer carers. The iCanSupport project adapted existing programs using feedback from carers and healthcare professionals, making them more relevant to carers’ specific needs.
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12.9.2024
Development and Psychometric Evaluation of the Self-Care of Informal Caregivers Inventory
International Journal of Nursing Studies Advances
This study aimed to develop and validate a theory-based instrument, the Self-Care of Informal Caregivers Inventory, to measure self-care behaviors in three dimensions: maintenance, monitoring, and management.
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28.5.2024
Strategies adopted by informal carers to enhance participation in daily activities for persons with dementia
Gemma Burridge, Rosalind Bye, Carmen Amato, David Basic, Danielle Ni Chróinín, Susanna Hill, Kaitlin Howe, Karen P.Y.Liu
This qualitative study aimed to explore the strategies carers use to assist individuals with dementia in completing daily activities.
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2.6.2023
How well prepared are we for disaster?
Tonia Crawford, Ivy Yen, Kuo-yi Jade Chang, Gwynnyth Llewellyn, Dale Dominey-Howes, Michelle Villeneuve
During disasters, carers often have the responsibility of assisting the person they care for, as well as ensuring their own safety. This article explores the impact of disasters on carers of people with disability.