Peer contact
Research has shown a number of positive effects of peer contact, such as:
- Better sense of self
- 2. Mutual support
- 3. Acquisition of knowledge and skills
- Less use of healthcare
References:
Carter G, Monaghan C, Santin O. What is known from the existing literature about peer support interventions for carers of individuals living with dementia: A scoping review. Health Soc Care Community. 2020 Jul;28(4):1134-1151. doi: 10.1111/hsc.12944. Epub 2020 Jan 9. PMID: 31919974.
Martin-Carrasco M, Ballesteros-Rodriquez J, Dominguez-Panchón AI, et al. Interventions for caregivers of patients with dementia. Actas Esp Psiquiatr 2014;42(6):300-14.
Oudenampsen et. al. (2007) Patiënten en consumentenbeweging in beeld Brancherapport. Utrecht Verwey Jonker Instituut