Knowledge Synthesis of Group Exercise Programs for People Living with Dementia

What is this Study about?

Arksey and O’Malley’s framework for conducting scoping reviews includes a consultative exercise with people who have lived experiences related to the topic of the literature. Such consultations, in the case of this study being in the form of a focus group, help ensure the findings remain grounded in peoples’ everyday realities, and as such the results of the review are more useful for informing policy and practice. Moreover, focus group participants can share what gaps they identify in the literature based on their lived experiences, which can inform future research that better addresses their needs and circumstances. Therefore, after synthesizing the literature for each topic, we are host an approximately one-hour long focus group for people who have participated in exercise programs for people living with dementia (exercise leaders, carers, and people living with dementia) who will share their thoughts on the literature.

What Will Happen in This Study?

Participants in this study will be asked to complete a brief demographic survey and to participate in one, one-hour long focus group. Focus groups of 6-8 people will be virtual using Microsoft Teams. Before the focus group, we will share with a summary of the research. During the focus group, we will ask participants to share your opinions and experiences related to the research summary.

Who is Eligible to Participate in this Study?

• Living with dementia, a family care partner of someone living with dementia, or a professional who works to support people living with dementia.

• Able to read, write, and speak in English.

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