Authors: Christine K Karungi, Edith K Wakida, Godfrey Z Rukundo, Zohray M Talib, Jessica E Haberer, Celestino Obua
This study evaluated a 5-day pilot intervention for lay health workers, or LHWs, in southwestern Uganda. Using the 4 core competencies from the WHO dementia toolkit, the intervention sought to increase knowledge among LHWs about community-based management and care for dementia patients. Thirty LHWs from 30 different villages in Mbarara, Uganda, were enrolled in the study. After the training, there was an 8-week implementation period. At pre-test, LHWs reported limited knowledge about dementia and how to support those with dementia in the community. At post-test, LHWs had a basic understanding of the disease, and reported feeling more confident in addressing dementia cases in their communities. The results of this study suggest that LHWs may be able to provide support for people with dementia given the needed training and preliminary knowledge.
Link: Lay Health Workers in Community-Based Care and Management of Dementia: A Qualitative 'Pre' and 'Post' Intervention Study in Southwestern Uganda
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Resource Topic: Dementia, Lay health worker, Training
Resource Type: Research
Year: 2022
Region: Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)
Country: Uganda
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