Registration is a simple process, and it should only take between 5 and 15 minutes. The time involved depends on whether you are registering for yourself or someone else, and if you’re registering as a person living with Ageing (because we have a few extra questions...
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I am matched to a study but I don’t think I should be. Why is this?
Your personal or health information may be out-of-date or entered incorrectly. You can login into your account to review and update your information. Please also note that the recruitment area is defined by postcodes, which can be across state/territory or local...
Am I obliged to take part in a study if I register?
Choosing to get involved in research is an important personal decision. You will never have to participate in a study unless you decide it is the right thing for you or the person you helped to register. It is also important to discuss the possible advantages and...
What happens if I match to a study?
If you are matched to a study, this does not necessarily mean you are eligible to take part. Further checks may be carried out to make sure you are eligible (see How will researchers use the information I provide?). If you are eligible, you will be contacted by a...
Will I match to studies? And how long might it take?
Whether you match to a study and how long it takes will depend on your information and circumstances. There are many factors that can affect your likelihood of being matched and approached to take part in a study. These include your age, whether you have health...
What happens after I register?
StepUp for Ageing Research involves three steps: registering, matching, and then deciding on participation. After completing registration, you will receive general StepUp for Ageing Research information, including an information booklet with details on how to update...
What sorts of research can I take part in?
StepUp for Ageing Research helps many different types of studies. These studies include but are not limited to surveys about what works in improving quality of life for older people, caregiver support or public policy decision making; health and aged care services and...
How will researchers use the information I provide?
Researchers define the kind of people they seek and the StepUp for Ageing Research system matches that description to the information you provide. Once you match to a study, researchers from that study will be able to see all the information you submitted into the...
How does StepUp for Ageing Research protect my information?
Information security is very important to us. StepUp for Ageing Research will keep your personal information private, secure and confidential. The information entered into our website is encrypted, secured and stored in Australia with the Microsoft provided ‘Azure’...
What does it cost to register?
StepUp for Dementia Research is completely free for all volunteers, researchers and users.