Developing tools to assess the dementia care workforce
Screening and Survey Instrument Development Core
This study is all about making better surveys to learn how well the people who care for those with dementia are trained and supported, so we can improve their work and the care they provide.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932949 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating effective surveys and screening tools to evaluate the workforce caring for individuals with dementia. A team of experts will design and implement four national surveys targeting community clinicians, nursing home staff, assisted living staff, and home care staff. The surveys will gather data on training, compensation, and care practices to better understand and improve the workforce needed for dementia care. By testing the survey instruments through various methods, the research aims to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with dementia and their caregivers, as well as healthcare professionals involved in their care.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to dementia or those not receiving care from the targeted workforce may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality of care for patients with dementia by improving the workforce that supports them.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has successfully utilized similar survey methodologies to assess healthcare workforce needs, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wagner, James R — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Wagner, James R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.