Impact on patient anxiety and quality of life of a training package for evaluation of dementia symptoms in primary care using test bundles – the Ensemble feasibility study

Research status: Open
Call Closes: 2026-04-29
About this research:
This information is provided directly by researchers, and we recognise that it isn't always easy to understand. We are working with researchers to improve the accessibility of this information. In some summaries, you may come across links to external websites. These websites will have more information to help you better understand the study. Having symptoms of dementia, and waiting for a diagnosis, can be a very anxious time. The pressure on secondary care-based memory services is increasing. Timely diagnosis is essential for people affected by dementia to access to treatment, support, and care planning. Current diagnostic pathways are often slow and burdensome, with waiting times for memory clinics reaching up to two years. Primary care offers a potential route to earlier diagnosis, but time and resources are constrained. This study explores whether a structured, scalable approach—using trained Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to administer cognitive test bundles—can support GPs in making timely and accurate diagnoses for patients aged 75 and over.
Who is leading this work:
Lead organisation: Bristol University
Organisation type: University / Academic
Who is being invited to take part:
Who this opportunity is aimed at:
  • People with lived experience
What participation involves:
  • Interviews
Time commitment: 1 day per month for 12 months
Incentives or expenses: All interviews undertaken in persons home.
Ethics and safeguarding
Safeguarding considerations: people being interveiwed should be accompanied by a carer or family member
Ethical approval status: Approved

Apply to participate

Apply to Participate in This Research

Organisation Details

Contact Details

Expression of interest

Please briefly describe why this research is relevant to your organisation or community.
What experience or perspective would you bring?

Practical considerations

Declaration & consent

Declaration
GDPR Cookie Consent with Real Cookie Banner