Visit-Associated Logistics Framework

TL;DR

This paper introduces a framework to understand the logistical challenges caregivers face when coordinating medical visits for older adults.

Contribution

The novel contribution is the development of the Visit-Associated Logistics (VAL) Framework for analyzing caregiving logistics.

Findings

The VAL Framework includes domains like Scheduling and Preparing for the visit.

It highlights how logistical challenges affect caregiver independence and routine disruption.

The framework integrates geriatric research with visit logistics concepts.

Abstract

Coordinating in-person clinical visits requires complex logistical planning for the family caregivers of older adults. We developed a conceptual framework integrating concepts from geriatric research and visit logistics that conceptualizes how visit-related challenges can impact caregiving and attendance of medical appointments. In this session, we will introduce the Visit-Associated Logistics (VAL) Framework that includes domains of Scheduling, Preparing for the visit, Visit-related time and travel, Caregiver independence, Routine disruption, and Caregiver feelings and impressions.