Translating research knowledge in dementia care organisations

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate dementia care organisations' capacity to acquire, assess, adapt and apply dementia research. Methods: We used the Canadian Health Services Research Foundation's survey, 'Is research working for you?' by inviting the members of the New Zealand National Dementia Cooperative to participate in the online survey. Results: A total of 146 (32%) members responded and indicated that, although the workforce had the skills to engage in research and implement evidence into practice, there was limited organisational support in terms of the time, resources and access to external support. Conclusions: We propose a number of strategies to improve knowledge translation in dementia care.