Investigating the workforce needed to care for people with dementia
The National Dementia Workforce Study
This study is looking to gather information from people who care for those with dementia, like nurses and home care workers, to help improve the support and services available for them and their patients.
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-10932946 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The National Dementia Workforce Study aims to create a comprehensive data infrastructure that will help researchers and policymakers understand and address the growing need for healthcare professionals who care for individuals living with dementia. This research involves conducting surveys targeting various groups of dementia care providers, including community clinicians, nursing home staff, home care staff, and assisted living staff. By gathering and analyzing this data, the study seeks to identify gaps in the workforce and inform strategies to enhance dementia care across the United States.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with dementia and their caregivers who may benefit from enhanced care services.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to dementia or those who are not currently receiving care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to quality dementia care through a better-trained and adequately staffed workforce.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in workforce studies related to other chronic conditions, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights for dementia care as well.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maust, Donovan T — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Maust, Donovan T
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.