A feasibility study of reminiscence for people with dementia
Research type
Research Study
Full title
A feasibility study of facilitated reminiscence for people with dementia
IRAS ID
156499
Contact name
Assumpta Ryan
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Ulster University
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 1 months, 18 days
Research summary
Reminiscence refers to interventions that prompt memories. The aim of this study is to test the preliminary efficacy of bespoke software (InspireD) for facilitating individual specific reminiscence activity among people with dementia and their family carers. The objectives are 1) to test the usability of the revised system;2)to examine the impact of facilitated reminiscence activity on the person with dementia and their family carer using a range of outcome measures; 3) to explore users’ views on InspireD; 4)to enhance independence and quality of life; 5)to incorporate a health economic component which will inform the design of a potential future cost-effectiveness analysis alongside an RCT. The research conducted within Western Health and Social Care Trust will have quantitative and qualitative components in three phases.
Phase 1: Usability of the software and preliminary efficacy will be tested with a paired sample of 30 people with dementia and their family carers. A trainer from Reminiscence Network NI will guide participants in collection of memorabilia. Then an IT assistant will provide training in use of InspireD. Participants will use the system for 4 months. Feasibility will be explored through recruitment and retention data. Usability data will explore patterns of use. Data collected pre-implementation and at four time points post implementation will examine impact of reminiscence on mutuality, wellbeing, quality of life and quality of the relationship between the person with dementia and their carer.
Phase 2: Individual interviews with people with dementia and their carers to explore their experiences of using InspireD.REC name
HSC REC B
REC reference
16/NI/0002
Date of REC Opinion
20 Jan 2016
REC opinion
Unfavourable Opinion