Implementing Reablement Programs for People Living With Dementia: A Scoping Review of Barriers, Facilitators and Strategies

Sasha A. Houlden, Jennifer Culph, Sally Day, Lindy Clemson, Christopher J. Poulos, Yun-Hee Jeon, Kaarin J. Anstey, Susan Kurrle, Justin N. Scanlan, Claire Spargo, Kate Laver, Claire M. C, Neuroscience Research Australia, University of Sydney, Centre for Positive Ageing, School of Population Health, University of New South Wales, School of Psychology, University of New South Wales, Ageing Futures Institute, University of New South Wales, Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University

Dementia: The International Journal of Social Research and Practice

Published online on April 04, 2026

Abstract

Dementia, Ahead of Print.
Background:Reablement programs are recommended for people living with dementia to maintain and improve independence and activities of daily living function, however worldwide, access to quality, evidence-informed programs remains limited. This scoping ...