Quality of life, care problems and care needs of Chinese older patients with dementia under the perspective of long-term care insurance

Abstract

Background: It is necessary for home caregivers to provide precise care for older people with dementia.

Objectives: To understand the home care quality of life and its influencing factors of older people with dementia who receive long-term care insurance, care issues and intrinsic care needs.

Methods: We used descriptive statistical analyses to analyze existing care issues and care service needs. Meanwhile, multiple linear regression analysis was performed to explore factors affecting the quality of life of older people with dementia.

Results: The quality of life of older people with dementia is poor and their daily care is particularly important.

Conclusions: In fact, there are still many problems in caring for older people with dementia at home. Administrators should consider formulating a scientific and targeted policy on home care services in the future.

Keywords: Alzheimer's disease; Dementia; Need-driven dementia-compromised behavior; Needs; Older people.