Yes. Since the information provided by carers and family members is usually considered very important for identifying symptoms, the process of diagnosis usually involves family carers’ participation. The Department of Health has recommended that input from family and caregiver is often needed in dementia diagnostic services (Department of Health, 2017a).

References:

Department of Health. (2017a). Hong Kong Reference Framework for Preventive Care for Older Adults in Primary Care Settings: Module on Cognitive Impairment.