Weaving Evidence into Action for Veterans with dementia (WEAVE): Codesigning the implementation of nonpharmacological interventions for programme fidelity and sustainability

Abstract: Challenges associated with translating evidence into practice are well recognised and calls for effective strategies to reduce the time lag and successfully embed …

Caregiver experience of tele-dementia care for older veterans

Abstract: Background: For the 5 million persons living with dementia (PLWD) in the USA, telemedicine may improve access to specialty care from their homes. Objective: To elicit …

The epidemiology of mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in U.S. veterans

Abstract: US veterans have a unique dementia risk profile that may be evolving over time. Age-standardized incidence and prevalence of Alzheimer's disease (AD), AD and related …

Cognitive stimulation therapy in a Veteran sample: A program evaluation study

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) is an evidence-based intervention for dementia. This program evaluation examined the outcomes of a modified CST program in …

Posttraumatic stress symptom severity predicts cognitive decline beyond the effect of Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers in Veterans

Abstract: Chronic stress is a risk factor for dementia but whether it explains unique variance in cognitive decline in older adults above Alzheimer’s disease (AD) biomarkers is …

Cardiorespiratory fitness and risk of alzheimer's disease and related dementias among American veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is associated with improved health and survival. Less is known about its association with Alzheimer's disease and related …

Illustrating Resource Needs through Data Visualization: Creation of Life-Space Maps for Rural Veterans with Dementia and their Caregivers

Abstract: Rural-dwelling individuals with dementia and their caregivers face unique challenges compared to urban-dwelling peers. Barriers to accessing services and supports are …

Dementia "e"-consults for behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia: Improving access to specialty dementia care for rural Veterans

Abstract: This paper characterizes a telephone-based e-consult program designed to assess and treat behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) for older rural …

Usability and acceptability of social robot pets among community-dwelling Veterans living with dementia and their caregivers

Abstract: Social robot pets promote engagement and psychosocial well-being among older adults, yet little is known about their use among community-dwelling Veterans living with …

Care rejection and aggression among veterans with dementia with and without posttraumatic stress disorder: A multi-group analysis

Abstract: Background: In residential long-term care, military service veterans with co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and dementia encounter a range of …

Identifying Factors Affecting the Sustainability of the STAR-VA Program in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Sustained implementation of new programs in complex care systems like nursing homes is challenging. This prospective qualitative evaluation examined factors affecting …

Evaluation of Antipsychotic Reduction Efforts in Patients With Dementia in Veterans Health Administration Nursing Homes

Abstract: Objective: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) each created initiatives to reduce off-label use of …