Join Dementia Research

Join Dementia Research provides people with an opportunity to take part in vital dementia studies. Taking part in research not only helps future generations who might be affected by dementia, but can offer hope and support to those living with the condition now.

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The NIHR Clinical Research Network is committed to increasing the number of people with dementia participating in research.

Join Dementia Research is a service which allows people to register their interest in participating in dementia research and to potentially be matched to a suitable study. The service is aimed at people with dementia and their carers: but anyone can volunteer,  as long as they are over the age of 18.

 You can also sign up for someone else, providing that you have their consent. 

Join Dementia Research was developed by the NIHR in partnership with Alzheimer Scotland, Alzheimer’s Research UK and Alzheimer’s Society. 

To find out more or to register, visit: https://www.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk/

Volunteers can take part in a variety of trials, not just testing new treatments. This is a quick overview of the range of trials patients and the public can take part in.

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Join Dementia Research in the East of England region

Get Involved 

Whatever your role in CRN East of England you can become a Join Dementia Research Champion and help us to promote Join Dementia Research across the region, or just in your local work area.

You can also contact Ruth Hudson, Research Delivery Manager, for more information: ruth.hudson@nihr.ac.uk / 07766 820677 


The Join Dementia Research Awareness Tool

This handy new tool, part of NIHR Learn, aims to provide a quick introduction to Join Dementia Research and what benefits it can provide to researchers and patients. It only takes 10 minutes and is a great way to learn the key points of the website. 

Promotional Materials 

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You can also download promotional materials directly from the JDR website.

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