Caregiving for a Person with Dementia

Caregiving for a Person with Dementia

We are conducting a research study to understand cultural values, unmet needs and knowledge gaps related to providing care for someone with dementia or a related condition. We will use this information to develop resources on dementia caregiving for diverse caregivers.

Participation includes:

• Completing a brief survey about yourself
• Engaging in a focus group discussion about your experience providing care for a loved one with dementia or a similar condition
• The focus group will be audio-recorded.
• The session will take no longer than 2 hours.
• You will receive $25 for your participation.

To participate, please join our next focus group either in person OR by Zoom!

•When: Sat, April 20th, 10:00 am - noon
•Where: Healthy Lifestyle Hub 839 W. 79th Street Chicago, IL
•Zoom meeting link: https://uic.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlcu2orz8tHNDI00mOfH9Nt-3HXeg_kYGc
•This focus group will take place in English

You can participate if you:
•Identify as Black/African American or Asian
•Are a caregiver of a person with dementia or a similar condition OR a community leader
•Are at least 18 years old

For more information, contact:
Dr. Mansha Mirza
Department of Occupational Therapy University of Illinois at Chicago Phone: (312) 355-5427
Email: mmirza2@uic.edu