Proactive care-seeking strategies among adults aging solo with early dementia: A qualitative study.
Jane LowersIvree DatcherDio KavalieratosKen HepburnMolly M PerkinsPublished in: The journals of gerontology. Series B, Psychological sciences and social sciences (2024)
Adults without close family are heterogeneous and have variable resources available to address care needs associated with dementia progression. Common values of retaining independence and minimizing burden to others may be helpful in motivating adults aging solo to undertake planning and help-seeking early.