iSupport Network

iSupport is a self-help skills and training programme for carers of people living with dementia. iSupport aims to prevent and/or decrease mental and physical health problems associated with caregiving and to improve the quality of life of those caring for people living with dementia. 

iSupport consists of five modules: 

1. Introduction to dementia 
2. Being a caregiver 
3. Caring for me 
4. Providing everyday car 
5. Dealing with behaviour changes 

iSupport was conceptualized and developed as an online training programme. However, in areas of the world with limited internet bandwidth or low digital literacy, the iSupport hardcopy manual can be printed and used offline. 

iSupport Network 

To ensure that iSupport is culturally relevant and appropriate, iSupport can be translated and adapted to national contexts and needs. The iSupport network is a support mechanism for researchers and implementers to share good-practice examples on iSupport adaptation and implementation for different populations, countries and cultures. The network fosters mutual learning and aims to harmonize research efforts.  

Ongoing iSupport adaptations and network activities  

• 84 researchers and implementers
• 40 countries, 37 languages 
• Monthly meetings 
• Joint conference presentations 
• Planned publications and funding applications 
• Capacity building 

For more information about how to join the network contact us at whodementia@who.int