Supporting older adults with dementia with driving cessation and mobility: An innovative telehealth approach [ 2017 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Theresa Scott (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Louise Gustafsson ,  Prof Geoffrey Mitchell ,  Prof Nancy Pachana

Brief description This program addresses dementia and driving cessation, a significant life event for people with dementia and challenge in primary care. We will translate an evidence-based driving cessation intervention into a telehealth model and implement it in a national cRCT. Expectations are that drivers with dementia will make independent decisions about stopping driving, however interventions are urgently needed to support people with dementia, their families and GPs to manage the challenges.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,891,324.51

Funding Scheme Targeted Calls

Notes Implementation of Dementia Research into Clinical Practice and Care