Michele Peters

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182

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About

Michele Peters is a leading researcher in dementia care, with a focus on the experiences and outcomes of informal carers—the family members and friends who provide unpaid support to people living with dementia. Her work critically examines how assistive technologies can be integrated into home and community settings to alleviate the significant psychological, physiological, and financial burdens carers face. Her highly cited systematic review (167 citations) provides a comprehensive synthesis of carers’ real-world experiences with these technologies, highlighting both the potential benefits and the practical challenges that must be addressed. This foundational work has shaped subsequent research and policy discussions on technology-enabled dementia care. Peters also developed a rigorous systematic review protocol (15 citations) that has guided further investigations into carer outcomes. By centering the carer’s perspective—often overlooked in technology-focused studies—she has made a vital contribution to improving quality of life for the millions of people worldwide who care for loved ones with dementia. Her research is essential reading for anyone working in gerontology, health services research, or assistive technology development.