The Effects of Geriatric Caregiver Support Programs on Reducing Caregiver Burden and Enhancing Quality of Life

Caring for older adults can be a daunting task, leading to significant caregiver burden and decreased quality of life. Support programs have emerged as a potential solution, but their effectiveness remains unclear. Geriatric caregivers often experience significant burden and stress, impacting their quality of life. Support programs can alleviate these challenges. This study provides evidence for the effectiveness of comprehensive geriatric caregiver support programs in reducing caregiver burden and enhancing quality of life. Healthcare providers should consider implementing such programs to support caregivers and promote their well-being. Design of the study: For the study, the researcher used a descriptive research design. Sample: A sample of sixty respondents from Caregivers was selected by the researcher. Method of sampling: Purposive, Nonprobability sampling technique. In this study 74% of respondents reported having high level of effect, 13% reported having a moderate level of effect and 13 % reported having low level of effect.