WASHINGTON, D.C.: New research is investigating the experience of people with dementia under a consumer directed aged care model.
In particular, the large scale study to be conducted by Griffith University PhD candidate Tracee Cash will explore the barriers and facilitators to taking up a CDC approach as part of the home care packages program.
“We are aiming to gain an understanding of how CDC is enacted within the family of people with dementia living in the community,” said Ms Cash.
“it’s hoped that this research will provide important insight which will inform government and service providers as they negotiate and adapt policies and procedures to the CDC model of care.”
Professor Wendy Moyle from the Menzies Health Institute Queensland said there has been limited research to date specifically focusing on this cohort under the rollout of CDC.
“As the prevalence of dementia continues to rise and as CDC is the preferred model of community aged care both internationally and in Australia, this research will add significantly to the understanding of community aged care for people with dementia under a CDC model.”…