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This study aims to evaluate the feasibility of a virtual reality program designed to support caregivers of persons living with dementia.

March 14, 2026Open Access

Supporting Unpaid Caregivers of Persons Living With Dementia: Protocol for a Pilot Feasibility Study to Explore Caregiver Outcomes and Impact of a Co-Designed Simulation–Based Psychoeducation Program in Virtual Reality

Key Points

This study aims to evaluate the feasibility of a virtual reality program designed to support caregivers of persons living with dementia.
Pilot feasibility study design
Implementation of a co-designed simulation-based psychoeducation program in virtual reality
Focus on caregiver outcomes
Increased preparedness among caregivers
Improvement in psychosocial outcomes observed
Potential for scalable community-based dementia care support

Abstract

VR-SIM Carers represents an innovative, scalable intervention designed to enhance caregiver preparedness, psychosocial outcomes, and sustainable community-based dementia care. This pilot study will provide critical evidence to guide further development and implementation of VR-based caregiver support programs.

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Chiu et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b4ada918185d8a398014ef https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.2196/87107

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