Research shows that cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) improves cognitive function, quality of life, and well-being of people with mild–moderate dementia. Despite consistent evidence and recommendations, CST is not routinely available in Ireland post-diagnosis. The aim of the current research was to develop and evaluate community-based CST for people with mild–moderate dementia, run by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland across four pilot sites in Ireland.

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For further information see attached AA2016 press release.

For further information see attached AAIC 2016 Press Release

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is also running a national campaign calling on Government to invest in home and community care supports for people living with dementia.

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland recently undertook a joint research project with UCD's School of Social Work, Social Policy and Social Justice, Age Action and the Irish Association of Social Workers. The purpose of the study was to investigate the health and social care system is responding to the care needs, required supports and preferences of older people, including people with dementia.

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is running a national campaign calling on Government to invest in home and community care supports for people living with dementia.

The campaign has garnered huge support with 18,000 people already signing the campaign petition. 

Researcher profile - Prof Eamon O'Shea on calculating the cost of dementia care

HRB newsletter article

June 28th 2016

http://www.hrb.ie/publications/hrb-ezine-newsletter/single-newsletter-s…

The HRB are hosting a conference that will focus on getting research into policy and practice for the benefit of people's health and health care delivery. It will examine the existing implementation deficit that currently exists and must be addressed to realise the potential of research and evidence to transform our health services.