Dementia is a neurodegenerative condition that causes the loss of cognitive functioning over time. More than 64,000 Irish people are living with dementia. While there is currently no cure for dementia, social interaction has been proven to help reduce further deterioration.
In recent years, online video conferencing software such as Zoom has been employed to address a lack of social interaction opportunities for people living with dementia. A new University of Galway study explores and compares how new technologies can support socialisation and enhance quality of life for people living with dementia.
The researchers behind this study are recruiting people who are aged 65 years and older and who are living with early stage dementia. Older people with a history of motion sickness or hand tremor are not eligible to participate in this study. Participants must have access to an internet connection in their residence along with a support person who can be present during the study sessions. Participants must be available for 20 minute sessions, twice a week over a period of six weeks.
This study will take place online from your own home, in late August 2024.
This is a great opportunity to meet new people.
If you are interested in participating and want to learn more about this study, contact [email protected] or text at 085 7144999.
