InfoCARE consortium aimed to achieve several specific objectives: Provide families, adults, and legal guardians of people suffering from dementia with practical tools, tips, and activities based on non-formal education. Raise awareness about dementia and its symptoms among families, caregivers, and society at large. Develop tailored training content using a well-grounded methodology and NFE approaches. Improve social interaction between people with dementia and their informal caregivers and families, utilizing innovative devices such as Amazon Echo Show. Increase digital skills and literacy among target groups to better utilize technology in dementia care. Enhance conditions for caregivers by providing them with better support and assistance. Promote networks among informal caregivers of people with dementia through support groups. Diminish the stigma surrounding dementia through innovative activities and the extensive use of new technologies and non-formal education. Implement piloting activities to directly involve target groups, gathering valuable feedback for the development of high-quality materials.
Partners sought to address critical needs concerning dementia care and support for informal caregivers. The decision of applying for the project was influenced by the growing prevalence of dementia in the EU, as well as by the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on both caregivers and individuals with dementia. This highlighted the urgent need for enhanced support mechanisms, including peer support, education on caregiving techniques and understanding dementia, and developing engaging cognitive activities for patients. Even as the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions become distant memories, the resources provided by the InfoCARE project remain relevant. They serve as useful tools for preparing caregivers and individuals with dementia for any similar challenges that may emerge in the future. The InfoCARE materials are powerful assets for improving and modernizing caregiving practices, facilitating remote and digital care, decreasing caregivers’ burden and promoting individual autonomy. In essence, these materials continue to serve as a proactive measure, equipping both caregivers and individuals with dementia with the necessary support and strategies to navigate uncertain circumstances effectively.