Data linkage
Publications & Presentations Byles J, Cavenagh D, Bryant J, et al. Use of medical services by older Australian women with dementia: a longitudinal cohort study….
Cognitive impairment, dementia & decision making
Overview Future planning, including medical, financial, and for research participation, is important for persons with dementia given the impact of the disease on capacity for…
Older persons health assessments
Overview Older persons health assessments (75+ Health Assessment) conducted in primary care offer an opportunity for early identification of health conditions such as cognitive decline…
Frailty, falls and reablement
Overview
This study aims to examine: 1) the proportion of geriatricians who agree that recommendations from the Clinical Practice Guidelines relevant to their practice reflect optimal care; 2) the proportion of geriatricians who have implemented these recommendations; and 3) the reasons why recommendations have not been implemented.
Optimal dementia care – perspectives of health care providers
Overview This work aimed to understand the perceptions of health care providers, including geriatricians, general practitioners, practice nurses, community nurses, and Aboriginal community-controlled health services, regarding…
Patient-centred care
Overview Patient-centred care is essential for empowering individuals to be proactive in managing their health. Surveys were conducted with community-dwelling older people and people living with…
Unmet needs of people with dementia and their carers
Overview Unmet needs are concerns or problems for which individuals perceive that they require help. Identifying the unmet needs of consumers can assist in identifying…
Community perceptions of dementia
Overview Community perceptions of dementia are likely to impact detection and early diagnosis of dementia as well as the social experiences of people living with…