Publication Date
12-10-2016
Document Type
Dissertation/Thesis
First Advisor
Gray, Jennifer
Degree Name
B.S. (Bachelor of Science)
Legacy Department
School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders
Abstract
According to the CDC, there were 5.2 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease in 2013 (CDC 2013). That number is expected to nearly triple in 2050 as the baby boomer generation reaches retirement age. Underutilization of services is something experienced by many demographics and is a considerable issue for individuals with dementia. This study sought to uncover factors correlated with underutilization of services for people with dementia through both a literature review and sit-down interviews with three healthcare professionals. Results indicated that cultural, financial, attitudinal and knowledge barriers exist for PwD (people with dementia) and their caregivers and may interfere with their ability to seek the help they need. By uncovering these barriers and proposing potential solutions to these problems, issues related to health service utilization can be minimized and eventually overcome.
Recommended Citation
Hasan, Sana M., "Barriers and Facilitators to Service Utilization for People with Dementia and Their Caregivers" (2016). Honors Capstones. 222.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/studentengagement-honorscapstones/222
Extent
26 pages
Language
eng
Publisher
Northern Illinois University
Rights Statement
In Copyright
Rights Statement 2
NIU theses are protected by copyright. They may be viewed from Huskie Commons for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without the written permission of the authors.
Media Type
Text
