Inclusion and exclusion criteria for Aboriginal peoples living with dementia or cognitive impairment
Inclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria
Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Do not identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Diagnosis of dementia or cognitive impairment
Not able to give consent or are non-consenting
Have a primary carer, family member or key support person involved in their care who agrees to participate in the research
Experiencing responsive behaviours or psychiatric symptoms that may increase risk of distress for the participant or place researchers at risk
Have been a primary carer of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person who had a diagnosis of cognitive impairment or dementia who has since died
Current or recent mental health crisis, including bereavement or major trauma, especially where involved risk of self-harm or harm to others
Be able to give verbal or written informed consent as deemed by the local treating team