Invitation to Participate in a Research Study on Early Onset Dementia and Mild Cognitive Impairments

Have you or someone you know recently been diagnosed with early onset dementia or mild cognitive impairment?

Researchers at Ontario Shores and University of Waterloo are conducting a focus group to understand the experiences of people who develop early onset dementia or mild cognitive impairments while in the workforce. You will be asked to take part in one focus group for approximately 1.5-2 hours.

You are invited to participate if you:
• Were recently diagnosed with early onset dementia or mild cognitive impairment and are currently working or recently retired, OR
• Are a family member, friend, or co-worker of someone who was recently diagnosed and is participating in the study, and have been approved by them to take part, OR
• Are an employer and have worked with someone who has been diagnosed with early onset dementia or mild cognitive impairment, OR
• Influence company policies and work adjustments for those affected by early onset dementia or mild cognitive impairment

You will be eligible to receive reimbursement for transportation or parking expenses incurred while for taking part in the focus group.
For more details, please contact Dr. Parminder Flora (Study Co-Investigator):
(905)430-4055 ext 6663 | florap@ontarioshores.ca