Action Research Cycle

Identify caregiver needs• Explore the research literature• Survey caregivers• Consult with stakeholders (staff & caregiver)• Recommendations to stakeholders

Plan the program• Identify issues applicable for HHR model• Identify outcomes and create logic model• Develop the program using HHR principles• Re-consult with stakeholders

Implement the program• Run a pilot program with existing group• Program to be run by BCC staff• Offer at times when caregivers available

(e.g. offer day and evening programs)

Evaluate the program• Determine if planned outcomes were

reached• Identify what can be improved

About the Holistic Habit Retraining Model• A model of neurorehabilitation

• Plan (task analysis)• Practice (repetition)• Promoting attitude (psychotherapy-based)

Skills retraining using the Holistic Habit

Retraining (HHR) model:A program for family

members of persons with Acquired Brain Injury

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