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Research Infographics

Office of Research and Scholarship

2015

Scotland and Dementia Research
Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Office of Research and Scholarship.

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SCOTLAND AND
DEMENTIA RESEARCH

Scotland
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
(KPU) researchers/instructors
Carol Hansen, Judith DeGroot
and Sharon Leitch travelled to
Scotland to learn about its
national strategic dementia plan
and review current research.

1.4 million

By 2031,
Canadians will
have dementia.

What’s the Research Challenge?

Canada does not have a national
strategic plan for supporting
individuals who are diagnosed
with dementia.

The challenge that needs to be addressed is the
development of an action plan for the improvement of care
and support for people with dementia. Canada’s current
dementia plan is focused on research and treatment.

SUPPORT
What Did They Do?

While in Scotland, the researchers learned the methods and practices being
used to support people living with dementia. By developing dementia-friendly
neighbourhoods, people living with dementia in Scotland were able to live
productive, meaningful lives in their own homes. They also experienced
improvement in confidence.
The fear of a dementia
diagnosis was
significantly reduced due
to a year of post diagnosis
support.

What’s Next?

Using their literature and knowledge, the researchers will connect with industry,
community and government to develop an action plan for the implementation of
a dementia friendly community in Canada.

Impact.
RESPECT

Learning and understanding people living with dementia is an imperative tool for
students who are pursuing a career in a health related field.
Developing dementia friendly communities will encourage early diagnosis,
support, dignity, and respect for those living with the illness.

DIGNITY

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