Date of Conferral

6-28-2025

Degree

Doctor of Healthcare Administration (D.H.A.)

School

Management

Advisor

Albert Gale

Abstract

Health care administration continues to face challenges related to inefficient coordination among providers caring for individuals with early onset dementia, often leading to poor outcomes and increased caregiver stress. The purpose of this quantitative study was to examine how provider coordination relates to care quality and caregiver stress, using the framework of interprofessional collaboration. This study addressed two research questions: (1) What is the relationship between provider coordination and perceived quality of care for individuals with early onset dementia?; and (2) What is the relationship between provider coordination and caregiver stress?. Data were drawn from the AARP and National Alliance for Caregiving’s 2020 caregiver report. The sample included unpaid caregivers for individuals with early onset dementia. A correlational design was used. Data were analyzed in SPSS using descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation. Age, gender, and income were controlled as covariates. Results showed a significant moderate positive correlation between coordination and care quality, and a significant moderate negative correlation between coordination and caregiver stress. These findings support the hypothesis that better coordination improves care and reduces caregiver burden. Implications suggest that improving provider communication and coordination can enhance care and reduce caregiver strain. At the policy level, results support investment in support programs and workforce training that promote interprofessional collaboration. Integrated care models may strengthen system performance and contribute to positive social change for caregivers and individuals living with dementia.

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