Within the contours of this research, a detailed plan has been crafted to ensure a holistic understanding of caregiving. The interviews, spanning around 45 minutes, will be held via Teams and Miro. This approach guarantees accessibility while fostering an environment conducive to open communication & interactive tasks.
Participants:
The selected cohort encompasses a diverse group: one individual requiring care, a family member of a caregiver, and two to three caregivers. This diverse representation aims to capture the multifaceted nature of caregiving experiences.
Main Structure:
Introduction and Warmup:
The introduction phase begins by introducing the interviewer, aiming to quickly establish a connection with the participants. A check of formalities, including signed agreements and data protection protocols, follows. The project’s essence is then presented, framing the overarching themes and goals. Expressing gratitude for participation reinforces the importance of each participant’s contribution, emphasizing that their narratives are integral to the study. The Warmup, a „Wimmelbild“ exercise, serves as a gentle immersion into the interview process. Two crucial questions initiate the interview, exploring the participant’s emotional state and their perception of a family caregiver’s role.
Main Part:
Initial questions delve into the participant’s pre-existing knowledge about caregiving, the sources of their information, and the evolution of their expectations. This sets the foundation for a rich exploration of their experiences. The subsequent interactive task involves visualizing a typical caregiving day on a Miro board, inviting participants to creatively engage with the material. Following this, participants articulate their visual representation, unraveling the layers of their caregiving experiences. An analysis of the visualization unfolds, prompting participants to identify positive and negative aspects, offering a deeper understanding of the emotional landscape. The focus shifts to the dynamics of the caregiver-caretaker relationship, exploring moments of change, surprises, and unmet expectations.
Wrap Up:
The concluding phase involves a thoughtful review, summarizing key aspects of the interview. Participants are invited to reflect on individual elements, reinforcing the significance of their shared experiences. The final task invites participants to symbolize caregiving through a gesture, providing a interactive conclusion to the interview. The subsequent steps, including data analysis, are outlined, preparing participants for the post-interview phase. The imterview concludes with an expression of gratitude, recognizing the invaluable role each participant plays in contributing to a deeper understanding of caregiving dynamics.
Next Steps:
- Recruit participants
- Gather necessary materials
- Maybe conduct a pilot interview.
