... by the care-home manager. Staff were provided with study information, verbal and written, and offered time to consider their consent. Common to both studies was care-home staffs’ lack of confidence. Several care staff appeared surprised that they would be asked to take part, particularly in interviews...

..., research participants have much to contribute to the entire research process and its products. It is important therefore to learn lessons about how best to maximise the expertise that carers and others have to offer. Constructivist research Participatory research Research methods Interviews Family...