Abstract
Research demonstrated that aging services technologies (ASTs) can reduce caregiver burden. However, ASTs are underutilized by caregivers due to poor awareness. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a video-based educational program to increase caregiver AST knowledge among 43 caregivers. Paired sample t-tests showed positive change in AST knowledge, stigma, and intention to engage in AST activities post-program. Caregivers endorsed highly positive AST views pre- and post-program without statistically significant change. Group by time repeated measures ANOVAs showed younger caregivers (<65 years old) had better knowledge and were more open to ASTs (improved attitude and stigma scores) than older caregivers (>65 years old). A significant interaction revealed caregivers of individuals who had fewer, but not more, domains of functional limitation reported a positive change in AST attitude post-program. The video program appeared to be beneficial to all caregivers, who provided vastly positive program feedback.
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