Applying a new concept of embedding qualitative research: an example from a quantitative study of carers of people in later stage dementia.

Background: Qualitative methods are increasingly included in larger studies to provide a richer understanding of people's experience. This paper explores the potential of using a novel approach to embedded qualitative design as part of an observational study examining the effectiveness of home support for people in later stage dementia in England. The method involved collecting and analysing unsolicited conversational comments made by participants as they completed standardised measures.

Practitioners preferences of care coordination for older people: A discrete choice experiment.

These findings demonstrate the importance of organisations providing care coordination for older people receiving long-term funding. Further research is required to investigate the influence of service setting on practitioner preferences. This study explored practitioner preferences about the relative value of attributes of care coordination services for older people.

Systematic review: Effective home support in dementia care, components and impacts - Stage 2, effectiveness of home support interventions.

Aim: The aim of this study was to explicate the outcomes of home support interventions for older people with dementia and/or their carers to inform clinical practice, policy and research.

Background: Most people with dementia receive support at home. However, components and effectiveness of home support interventions have been little explored.