Piloting GETCare: A Remote Goal-based Education and Skills Training Program for Caregivers Poststroke

Piloting GETCare: A Remote Goal-based Education and Skills Training Program for Caregivers Poststroke

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the GETCare program, a Goal-based Education and skills Training program for Caregivers poststroke.

The purpose of this study was to utilize a single-arm mixed method pilot trial to evaluate the5-week GETCare program with the following study aims: (1) explore feasibility and acceptability, (2) assess knowledge acquisition and goal attainment, and (3) test preliminary effects on key caregiver outcomes. This remote program included guided goal setting, individualized resource recommendations, and education modules.

Inclusion Criteria:

• self-identification as a primary caregiver (direct care involvement) of someone who had a stroke (no restriction on stroke duration)
• ≥ 18 years old
• access to internet/telephone throughout the study
• able to speak, read, and understand English
• person with stroke expected to discharge within 1 month if still in the hospital

Exclusion Criteria:

• unable to read and follow basic instructions
• indicated the individual with stroke had no deficits poststroke