Abstract
The Reitman Centre Working CARERS Program (RCWCP) is an evidence-informed, small-group therapy intervention designed for individuals juggling employment and dementia caregiving. A series of research is underway to ascertain its clinical effectiveness, perceived impact, and rural adaptability. Here, we present a qualitative study employing the life-course role identity theoretical framework. In-depth interview data from 30 former RCWCP participants was analyzed using the narrative analysis approach. Findings indicated that the extent to which knowledge and skills acquired from RCWCP may be applied is related to the working carer’s lived experience, which is shaped by gender-role identity, dyadic relationship, and work-life conflicts. Rich narratives also revealed conflicting demands across the roles of employee and carer. Targeted and tailored carer interventions such as the RCWCP can proactively respond to the shifting demographics and needs of this diverse sub-population of dementia family carers. Our findings will guide the national dissemination and adaptation of RCWCP.
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