Research is vital in improving dementia diagnosis, treatment and care. However, many people who would like to take part in research simply do not know how to get involved. Healthcare professionals can play an important role in changing this. By connecting patients, carers, and families to opportunities through Join Dementia Research. Start conversations early Present […]

In 2026, we are marking the 11th anniversary of Join Dementia Research. For over a decade, the service has helped people across the UK take part in vital dementia research. People can sign up to Join Dementia Research to show their interest in taking part in dementia research. Once signed up, they are matched to […]

Most people with dementia want to remain living in their own homes for as long as they can, this can be made possible through either paid or family carers. However, lack of dementia training for paid carers can cause the relationships to break down. For family carers, problems with behaviour and communication can often cause […]

Lockdown and social distancing are essential to help combat COVID-19, but adjusting can be difficult – especially for people living with dementia. That’s why researchers have developed a new leaflet with five simple tips, designed to help make things more manageable for anyone who currently lives with dementia or cares for someone who does. The leaflet gives practical and self-help tips on five key points, and has been created using the latest robust research with the input of people affected by dementia.

A version of this article first appeared on the NIHR website. The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) are creating a new online support network for people with young onset and rare dementias. The project was announced as part of a new £15 million research initiative to […]