Dementia is a national and global priority, with nearly one million people estimated to be living with dementia in the UK. Research shows that rates of dementia are rising faster among ethnic minority communities that the rest of the population.  However, many people living with dementia in these communities face barriers to accessing formal care and support. They are often cared for by unpaid family members within their homes, who themselves often experience economic hardship and poorer health.  The communities are often excluded from research.

Our project explores the diverse care experiences of people from South Asian communities living with dementia or memory concerns in Newcastle, Nottingham and Birmingham. We are interested in how social factors, such as gender, age or social class, shape how people living with dementia are cared for within communities. We are also interested in how carers receive support while caring for their loved one living with dementia.

This research is conducted by a multi-disciplinary team in collaboration with the University of Newcastle, the University of Nottingham, and King's College London.

The research in Newcastle and Nottingham has now concluded, so we are no longer looking for participants. If you would be interested in hearing about the study, please get in touch.

Images sourced from the Centre for Ageing Better.