Factors That Influence the Implementation of Animal‐Assisted Intervention for People With Dementia in Community Care Settings: A Qualitative Study

Key Points

• The research aims to identify factors that influence the implementation of animal-assisted interventions for individuals with dementia in community care settings.
• Engaged with two patients and public members as co-authors
• Formed an advisory group with four members passionate about animals
• Utilized qualitative methods for data collection and analysis
• Identified key influences on utilizing animal-assisted interventions in community settings
• Highlighted the importance of community engagement and input from diverse stakeholders