Research

In March 2026, we travelled from Denmark and had the pleasure of spending four days in Scotland meeting dementia researchers, practitioners, and people with lived experience of dementia. The visit included participation in a seminar and the Working With Dementia Network Plus conference, providing a valuable opportunity to exchange knowledge, discuss ongoing research, and explore […]

How can we model innovative and inclusive employment practices alongside labour markets where everyone is empowered to thrive and contribute?   Presentations by members of DEFIN – Young Dementia, National Dementia Carers Action Network and Michael Cusack, Chief Sustainability Officer at ACS Clothing.     MAQ shared his experience of being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia while still employed. He made the difficult decision to leave his career

What are the economic implications of individuals impacted by dementia at work as well as the wider impacts of working with dementia in society? Presenter: Professor Céu Mateus, Lancaster University    We looked at the figures for life expectancy across different countries for men and women, as well as the numbers of people whose cause of death is listed as dementia.  The worldwide prevalence of dementia is expected to rise in the