The PERFECTED Project broke new ground through its involvement of Patient and Public Involvement representatives as co-researchers in frontline research process. PPI representatives were trained and equipped to join researchers in ward observations and played a key facilitative role as co-interviewers. Learning outcomes from these methodological innovations give direction for the advancement of inclusivity in research.
Moving forward key members of the PERFECTED team (Fox, Cross and Poland) are engaged in research with a focus on what needs to be in place to support those who care for people living with dementia / cognitive impairment in a community setting.