Caregiver experiences and impact of social cognition difficulties in persons living with dementia

What is this Study about?

Our research team is looking to investigate social cognitive dementia-related changes through informal caregivers lived experiences. We are interested in understanding what social cognitive changes caregivers are seeing in their loved one with dementia, how frequent and severe these changes are, and how these changes are affecting informal caregivers' wellbeing. Information gathered will be used to learn what knowledge caregivers have, the changes that are impacting them and their loved ones the most, and we will develop educational resources to help support caregivers in a meaningful way.

What Will Happen in This Study?

Participants will complete an online survey that has no time limit but should take ~30 minutes to complete. The survey will ask about what dementia-related changes caregivers are seeing with their loved one, how frequent and severe these changes are, and how it is affecting their well-being. 

Who is Eligible to Participate in this Study?

  • Are 18 years of age or more.  

  • Are an informal, unpaid caregiver to a loved one with dementia (any form).  

  • Reside and provide care in Canada. 

To sign up, scan the QR code [on the flyer] or email [email protected] and the research team will send a link to the online survey, which is available in both English and French. Those who complete the survey will be entered in a draw to win one of 50, $60 e-gift cards. 

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