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The primary objective of this study is to identify and facilitate home-making processes and dynamics, allowing individuals with dementia (PwD) and their care networks to establish a profound “sense of belonging” and a "sense of home" within the context of dementia villages. This research aim to contribute significantly to dementia care and home-making practices for individuals with dementia. |
Smart technology use by people living with mild-to-moderate dementia/mild cognitive impairment, and their caregivers. Development of technologies and educational interventions to support PlwD to live well |
I am a Clinical Psychologist and have worked in the NHS and social care in the UK for many years, including with people living with dementia, adults and children with mental health problems and people with learning disabilities. My current research project, based at UWE and funded by the NIHR, aims to adapt LivDem (a psychological group intervention which supports people to adjust following a diagnosis of dementia) to be used with individual families |