Understanding the Experiences of Family Caregivers of Persons Living With Dementia Participating in an ‘Overnight’ Adult Day Program

Shreemouna Gurung, Jennifer Baumbusch, Sarah A. Wu, Maureen C. Ashe, Heather A. Cooke, Alison Phinney, Janice Sorensen, Department of Gerontology, Simon Fraser University, School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Long-Term Care and Assisted Living, Fraser Health Authority

Dementia: The International Journal of Social Research and Practice

Published online on July 09, 2026

Abstract

Dementia, Ahead of Print.
Family caregivers of persons with dementia often face chronic stress, disrupted sleep, and emotional exhaustion. While adult day programs provide daytime respite, support during nighttime, when caregiving responsibilities can intensify, remains limited. “...