Table 1 Key areas of focus, outcomes of interest and data sources

Acceptability & Integration

How the participants and the staff and family react to using Giraff

To what extent is the Giraff suitable to implement in a long-term care facility?

Perceived acceptability

Interviews with Family (n = 6) & staff (n = 7)

Implementation & Practicality

The likelihood the Giraff can be implemented as planned and delivered when resources, time and commitment are constrained

To what extent can the Giraff be successfully implemented with participants?

Degree of errors, resourcing, factors influencing implementation (e.g. staff time)

Trial data log and Researcher log

Efficacy

The reactions of participants to using Giraff

To what extent does Giraff show promise of encouraging engagement and positive mood change in people with dementia?

Evidence of trends in predicted direction of mood change

Video observations

Adaptation

Is there a need to change or adapt Giraff for the environment?

To what extent can Giraff be used in its current state?

Degree of errors

Trial data log and research team reflections