Improving timely diagnosis and provision of best care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with dementia: A cluster RCT [ 2018 - 2021 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Jamie Bryant (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Megan Passey ,  Dr Megan Freund ,  Prof Alan Clough ,  Prof Christopher Doran
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Brief description Dementia is 3-5 times more likely to occur amongst Aboriginal people. This study will examine the effectiveness of a multi-faceted intervention in helping Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services improve identification and care of people with dementia. The intervention includes clinical education, tools to prompt identification of cognitive impairment and clinical monitoring, routine feedback, and strategies to prompt adherence to clinical practice guidelines.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,268,897.50

Funding Scheme Targeted Calls

Notes Implementation of Dementia Research into Clinical Practice and Care