What is it like to participate in Homeside? Here’s what participants have said so far!
“We are so happy to have this contact with you. And it’s very nice to get good and simple tips” (Norway).
"We are pleased to have taken part...it's opened up the world to us at this time" (UK).
“We now have music most of the time. [CR] now joins in spontaneously, or initiates clapping, swaying, foot tapping, often smiling and laughing” (UK).
“Another good session. Definitely has a positive effect on mum. Seems to calm her down and cheer her up if she’s a bit down. I never thought that she would respond so positively” (UK)
“Participation has been very positive. It has been so nice getting to know you all” (Norway).
"I didn't think reading would work as an activity with my partner...but it has. I am now being more creative about things to do with him...I'm more aware of other possibilities" (UK).
“I have to admit, I was a bit sceptical at first to take on something extra, because I was so tired... But this actually give me energy. Who would have thought; today we danced!” (Norway)
Two German participants have also shared their experiences of living with dementia and participating in the study. Go to this page to read their accounts.
Want to learn more about the study?
For more information, please contact the team in your country.
Australia: homeside-australia@unimelb.edu.au
Germany: studie-homeside.fas@fhws.de
Norway: homeside@nmh.no
Poland: homesidepolska@gmail.com
More contact details and information can be found at each country’s sub-page.