04.04.01.06. Improved monitoring or information systems for dementia | New Zealand

04.04.01.06. Improved monitoring or information systems for dementia | New Zealand

15 Sep 2022

Dementia framework:

The framework outlines clear expectations of local, regional, and DHB governance to develop measurable outcomes of dementia pathways. There is also a specific mention of the need for monitoring and evaluation of developed pathways that are benchmarked both nationally and internationally, identify gaps that need addressing, and that evaluate outcomes from the perspective of people with dementia and their whanau.

Dementia Action Plan

The action areas outlined by the dementia plan include recommendations for monitoring and information systems such as the need to design and roll out agreed national indicators, measures, and standards with clears lines of accountability at DHB, regional and national levels to monitor their implementation.