You are here

  1. Home
  2. Occupational therapists
  3. Information and communication technology-mediated support for working carers of older family members: an integrative literature review

Information and communication technology-mediated support for working carers of older family members: an integrative literature review

How best to support working carers is being paid increased attention across Europe and internationally. This article examines a largely unexplored area within the empirical literature, namely, information and communication technology-mediated support for working carers of older people. Using an integrative review methodology to draw on both quantitative and qualitative data, 14 studies were identified. Themes included making work–life balance easier, reducing the burden of caregiving and promoting well-being. Factors to consider in the design, implementation and evaluation of innovative support solutions for working carers are put forward. However, a lack of longitudinal studies and biased samples warrants further investigation.

Access source material through DOI

Key Information

Type of Reference
Jour
Type of Work
Review
Publisher
Policy press
ISBN/ISSN
2397-883X
Publication Year
2017
Issue Number
2
Journal Titles
International Journal of Care and Caring
Volume Number
1
Start Page
247
End Page
273