An outcome evaluation was conducted for a counseling program that aims to reduce family/caregiver stress and anxiety and increase caregivers’ abilities to care for their child with serious medical needs. Caregivers participated in surveys and interviews to assess their perceptions and how caregiving knowledge, abilities, and experiences may have changed.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Understand the findings from an outcomes evaluation of a program focused on supporting children with serious medical needs and their families and caregivers.
Describe the effectiveness of services aimed at reducing caregiver stress and anxiety and improving caregiver self-efficacy related to caring for the needs of a seriously ill child.
Recognize the purposes and advantages of the medical crisis model of counseling in pediatric medical settings.
