Multicomponent School of Caring Program to Support Caregivers of Patients With Dementia: A Quasi-Experimental Effectiveness Study in Primary Care

The authors aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the multicomponent School of Caring program in supporting caregivers of dementia patients, specifically regarding caregiver burden, quality of life, emotional well-being, self-efficacy, and social support. Their quasi-experimental study demonstrated significant improvements in these areas among participants, particularly benefiting inexperienced caregivers, with effects sustained up to six months post-intervention. The findings highlight the value of community-based programs in enhancing the well-being of informal caregivers for individuals with high care demands.