Abstract
Objective: To describe a novel model for the development of Caregiver Networks that is based on the notion of partnership.
Methods: We describe the background rationale and key elements of the Model in order to assist individuals in developing new Caregiver Networks and respite mechanisms.
Participants: Provincial/territorial/state health and social service systems, unpaid caregivers (family members or friends) and care recipients (ill or disabled individuals across cultures and age groups) in a network partnership.
Results: We demonstrated in this model that Caregiver Networks is a shared responsibility among partner members for development and evaluating network and respite care mechanisms.
Conclusion: The model for developing Caregiver Networks is at the stage of implementation. The authors welcome opportunities to conduct pilot projects to evaluate this Model.
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