STARTING FROM STRENGTH: BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS IN COMMUNITY ENGAGED INTERVENTION RESEARCH FOR DEMENTIA INCLUSION
2024
Building Partnerships for Dementia Inclusion
Sample size: 12
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Sheila Novek, Heather Neale Furneaux, Eric Macnaughton, Paulina Malcolm, Andréa Monteiro, Alison Phinney
Primary Institution: University of British Columbia
Hypothesis
How can community-based organizations effectively support dementia inclusion?
Conclusion
The study identified key principles and practices for enhancing dementia inclusion in community programs.
Supporting Evidence
- The majority of people with dementia live at home and often feel isolated.
- Community-based organizations can play a crucial role in addressing dementia inclusion.
- The study identified four key areas for capacity building in dementia inclusion.
Takeaway
This study shows that communities can help people with dementia feel included and connected by working together and sharing experiences.
Methodology
Semi-structured interviews with representatives from community organizations and thematic analysis of the data.
Participant Demographics
Representatives from seven community organizations in Vancouver, Canada.
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