Jena, August 16, 2026. In August 2026, the University of Jena initiated the new research project “AnDem-RoSe,” which is dedicated to relieving family caregivers of people with dementia. The multi-year project runs until the end of 2029 and aims to develop effective support measures to stabilize the health of caregivers.
- Event: Launch of the research project “AnDem-RoSe”
- Institution: University of Jena
- Objective: Investigation of the burdens on family caregivers
- Participants: 350 individuals in home care settings are being sought
- Duration: Until the end of 2029
Focus on Objectives and Stress Factors
Providing home care for people with dementia presents caregivers with enormous physical and psychological challenges. The scientific study addresses this by identifying existing gaps in care and developing practical solutions. Key stress factors to be analyzed in the study include:
- Chronic exhaustion due to 24/7 care
- Sleep disorders resulting from nocturnal restlessness and constant alertness
- A significantly increased risk of developing depression
- Social isolation and the psychological burden of the gradual loss of personality in the affected individuals
For the study, those responsible at the University of Jena are seeking a total of 350 participants who provide care in a home environment. The data obtained will serve as a basis for future health policy measures and concrete relief offerings.
Background: Home Dementia Care in Germany and Jena
According to current data from the German Alzheimer Society, approximately 1.84 million people are currently living with dementia in Germany. Given demographic trends, this number is expected to rise in the coming decades. Since inpatient care places are limited and the majority of those affected are cared for at home, the primary responsibility rests with the private sphere. Accompanying research such as the “AnDem-RoSe” project in Jena is therefore of great social importance to support and relieve the social care system in the long term.
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Dementia Care: Study Examines Burden on 350 Caregivers
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