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Gill Windle (BSc; MSc; PhD) is a Chartered Psychologist and Gerontologist who specialises in interdisciplinary research. She is the Director of DSDC Wales and the Associate Director of the Wales Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research (CADR). Gill’s research aims to improve the health, wellbeing and resilience of older people, people with dementia and their supporters, and improve care and service provision.
Gill leads and contributes to mixed-methods studies and intervention trials, and has led and contributed to externally won research funding totalling £19,858,090.00, representing £10,464,912.00 from UK Research Councils (ERSC; MRC; AHRC), £7,142,988.00 from Welsh Government research infrastructure awards and £ 2,102,190.00 from other sources including the Wellcome Trust. Her most research achievement is the award of £1,480,000.00 from the National Institute of Health Research to lead a randomised controlled trial of an e-health intervention ‘iSupport’ to help dementia carers develop skills and take care of themselves.
Gill’s work has been cited 4962 times, leading to an H-index of 26. She is ranked in the top 3.1% of 198,776 published authors worldwide on dementia (Source: Expertscape, November 2020). Her work has informed Welsh policy development, and in 2001 as a post-graduate research assistant she co-authored six literature reviews with Professor Vanessa Burholt to inform the development of the first Strategy for Older People in Wales. She also led a review to inform the Healthy Ageing Action Plan (Welsh Assembly Government 2005). Following her PhD in 2006, she was seconded to the Older People’s Strategy Unit at the Welsh Assembly Government during the 2006/07 interim review period of the strategy, and was a member of the Strategy Advisory Group.
Between 2016 and 2018 she was a member of the Welsh Government dementia strategy task and finish group, and is currently a member of a Welsh Government group overseeing the implementation and impact of the dementia strategy. As part of this work, she is involved in two working groups (implementation of dementia care standards; learning and development), and the North Wales dementia strategy implementation steering group.
In recognition of her work she was awarded a personal chair by Bangor University in 2018.
REF 2021
Gill's individual research outputs were submitted into the UoA3 REF assessment which contributed to the submission being ranked 15th overall in the UK. 95% of this submission was classified as world leading or internationally excellent. Her interdisciplinary research led to the submission of a REF 2021 impact case study ‘Innovations in Dementia Care’ https://www.bangor.ac.uk/ref-2021#3
Current research projects include the following topics:
- Leading the development of a conceptual framework of resilience for people living with dementia
- Leading the development of the first outcome measure of resilience for people living with dementia
- Leading a programme of work including an RCT examining a technology developed by the World Health Organisation 'iSupport for dementia carers'
Addysgu ac Arolygiaeth
Please look at the research themes here http://dsdc.bangor.ac.uk/research.php.en
Current PhD projects:
Bethan Naughton Morgan. 'Adapting an e-health intervention i-Support for carers of people living with rare dementias. (ESRC studentship).
Laura Braithwaite Stuart. 'Exploring communication in dementia: An intergenerational family systems approach'. (NHS studentship).
Hannah Jelly. 'Co-Creating a resilience-building framework for people with dementia and their carers’. (HCRW social care studentship).
Cyfleoedd Project Ôl-radd
I'm particularly interested in highly motivated, output-focussed people who are interested in health, wellbeing and resilience in later life; interventions to support older people and their carers to age well; living as well as possible with chronic and degenerative health conditions, such as dementia.
2023 - Excellent MSc project opportunties! Secondary analysis of existing data (quantitative) - topics include i) hearing loss, cognitive function and the links with loneliness; ii) resilience in carers of people living with rare dementias; iii) validation of an established resilience outcome measure for use with dementia carers.
There are also possible opportunities within my recent grant which is looking at supporting people living with dementia, including those with rare dementias.
Please look at our research themes http://dsdc.bangor.ac.uk/research.php.en
Cyhoeddiadau
2023
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2022
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2018
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- CyhoeddwydWhat is the relationship between health and social exclusion in older age?
Sacker, A., Ross, A., MacLeod, C., Netuveli, G. & Windle, G., 2018, Insights 2018-2019 : Understanding Society Findings Report . Institute for Social and Economic Research, University of Essex, t. 24-25 2 t.
Allbwn ymchwil: Pennod mewn Llyfr/Adroddiad/Trafodion Cynhadledd › Pennod
2017
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2016
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2015
- Heb ei GyhoeddiLifestyle matters: promoting health and mental wellbeing in people aged 65 years and over
Mountain, G., Windle, G. & Sprange, K., 2015, (Heb ei Gyhoeddi) Yn: British Journal of Occupational Therapy. 77, t. 68
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid - Cyhoeddwydjava.lang.NullPointerException
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2014
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2013
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2012
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2011
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2010
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2009
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2008
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2007
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2006
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2005
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2004
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2003
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2002
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2001
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Gweithgareddau
2023
- Update on dementia research and practice in Wales
Talk at BGS 2023 Wales Spring Meeting
24 Maw 2023
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr) - Resilience in older adults: more than meets the eye
PhD committee member at the public defence
16 Maw 2023
Gweithgaredd: Arholiad (Arholwr) - Supporting the resilience of people living with dementia
Invited talk as part of a research exchange 'resilience in older adults'.
16 Maw 2023
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr)
2022
- Supporting People Living with a Rare Dementia
DSDC Wales Research Centre organised and delivered yet another fantastic event for people living with dementia, their carers and health and care professionals. Fifty-two CPD certificates were issued following the event. Delegates reported being more informed about rare dementias and the support available following our research and lived experience presentations.
28 Hyd 2022
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd (Siaradwr) - New seminar series between The Center of Excellence for the Hill Tribe Health Research (CEHR), Thiland and Ageing and Dementia @ Bangor / DSDC
12 Hyd 2022 →
Cysylltau:
Gweithgaredd: Mathau o waith ymgysylltu academaidd allanol - Cyfraniad at waith pwyllgorau a gweithgorau cenedlaethol neu ryngwladol (Cyfrannwr) - Resilience in Older Adults: More Than Meets the Eye. A conceptual & empirical exploration of resilience in older adults
PhD doctoral committee member.
9 Hyd 2022 – 4 Tach 2022
Gweithgaredd: Arholiad (Arholwr) - f Department of Communications , World Health Organization. (Sefydliad allanol)
Advisory group member of the WHO Global Network on Long Term Care
15 Medi 2022 →
Cysylltau:
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o rwydwaith (Aelod) - Collaboration in Practice: Working Across Sectors
Gill Windle was invited to present at a Welsh Crucible workshop and used one of her REF 2022 impact case study projects ‘Dementia and Imagination’ to illustrate how research impact can be generated. Welsh Crucible is a programme of personal and professional development for future research leaders in Wales https://welshcrucible.org.uk/
24 Meh 2022
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr) - The interconnections between rurality, dementia and service provision.
Presentation to the Alzheimer's Cymru annual conference, Wrexham, 7th June 2022.
7 Meh 2022
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr)
2021
- Working together under the OneHealth approach
Interdisciplinary workshops - Global Challenges Research Fund
Working together under the OneHealth approach
The overall aim of these workshops was for them to act as a path to establish collaborative interdisciplinary research working groups under the WHO One Health approach. More specifically these workshops aimed to:
- Be an opportunity to share knowledge/expertise between the UK and Brazilian researchers already working in this interdisciplinary area (environment-art-health).
- Identify research links to the OneHealth agenda, closely linked to addressing key Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) (SDG3, Good Health and Well-being; SDG10, Reduced Inequality; SDG11, Sustainable Cities and Communities; SDG14 Life underwater)
- Develop a pathway for future collaborations under the OneHealth/Agenda 2030 global agendas.
1 Mai 2021 – 15 Meh 2021
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn gweithdy, seminar, cwrs (Aelod o bwyllgor rhaglen) - North Wales Social Care and Wellbeing Service Improvement Collaborative (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of the North Wales Dementia Strategy Steering Group
2021 – 2022
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod) - Social Care Wales (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of working group (dementia care learning and development)
2021 – 2022
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod) - UKRI ESRC Inclusive Ageing Funding Committee (Sefydliad allanol)
Funding committee member
2021 – 2022
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod) - Welsh Government (Sefydliad allanol)
Working group: implementation of the dementia care standards
2021 – 2022
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod)
2020
- World Health Organisation iSupport webinar
Panellist at a World Health Organisation international webinar discussing the global development, implementation and research of iSupport for Dementia Carers.
3 Rhag 2020
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr gwadd) - Thesis title: Acceptability and feasibility of a person-centred, therapeutic visual art intervention for people with dementia
24 Ebr 2020
Gweithgaredd: Arholiad (Arholwr) - UKRI ISCF Healthy Ageing (Social, Behavioural and Design Research Programme) (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of funding committee
2020 – 2021
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod)
2019
- Resilience in later life: metaphor and myth or real and measurable?
Keynote lecture.
10 Gorff 2019
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Prif siaradwr) - Resilience in later life
Plenary address
11 Meh 2019
Cysylltau:
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr gwadd) - Thesis title: Experiences of end of life care from the perspective of older patients and bereaved carers
13 Mai 2019
Gweithgaredd: Arholiad (Arholwr)
2018
- The arts for enhancing practice in the dementia care workforce
18 Hyd 2018
Gweithgaredd: Cyflwyniad llafar (Siaradwr) - Welsh Government (Sefydliad allanol)
Academic member (research) to the Dementia Strategy Oversight and Implementation Group (current)
1 Awst 2018 – 31 Rhag 2022
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o fwrdd (Aelod) - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Collaboration with EGMO+ medical center, Vu University, Amsterdam on resilience research
15 Meh 2018 – 19 Meh 2018
Gweithgaredd: Ymweld â sefydliad academaidd allanol (Ymchwilydd Gwadd) - Dementia in the asylum
Dementia in the asylum
https://wellcomecollection.org/events/dementia-asylum
This is a workshop that I organised as part of my role with 'Created out of Mind' at the Wellcome Collection.
2 Ion 2018
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn gweithdy, seminar, cwrs (Siaradwr)
2017
- Creative Economies Healthcare Hub (Digwyddiad)
Advisory group member to the AHRC funded project ‘Co-Designing a Creative Economy Healthcare Hub’ I provide expertise around arts and health research applied to dementia care.
1 Medi 2017 – 22 Rhag 2017
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod) - Measuring well-being in arts and dementia research
[Delivered as part of the 1st International Arts & Dementia Research Conference, Royal Society for Public Health.] This workshop introduced delegates to the method of structured observation. This does not rely on the people living with dementia, their carers or indeed the researcher, to recall feelings and details, and enables a way of quantitately capturing 'in the moment' reactions that might otherwise be overlooked, or prove difficult to articulate.
10 Maw 2017
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr gwadd) - Alzheimer's Society London (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of the Alzheimer’s Society's taskforce identifying the research priorities and developing the future strategy for dementia research in the UK and beyond.
1 Ion 2017 – 30 Tach 2017
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod)
2016
- Welsh Government (Sefydliad allanol)
Academic member of the Welsh Government Task and Finish Group, developing the Dementia Strategy for Wales.
1 Hyd 2016 – 14 Chwef 2018
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod) - ESRC Peer Review College (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of the ESRC Peer Review College, tasked with reviewing research funding applications.
15 Medi 2016 →
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Cadeirydd) - Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of peer review college, reviewing grants submitted to the ESRC for funding.
2016 →
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod)
2014
- National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, (NICE) (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of advisory group for updating guidance on interventions to promote mental wellbeing in later life (I led the systematic review that informed the initial guidance).
2014
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod)
2013
- Supporting the resilience of people living with dementia
An invited talk as part of a research exchange on 'resilience in older adults', Amsterdam University Medical Centre.
16 Maw 2013
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr)
2011
- Welsh Assembly Givernment (Sefydliad allanol)
Member of Task and Finish group for the Blue Badge Scheme
2011 – 2012
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod)
2007
- Creating a dementia inclusive Wales(I led the organisation of the scientific content and led two workshops on the day (Dementia in the Asylum and Resilience and Dementia).
31 Maw 2007
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd (Siaradwr)
2006
- Welsh Assembly (Sefydliad allanol)
Secondment to Welsh Assembly; Member of Task and Finish Group, developing phase 2 of the Strategy for Older People in Wales
2006 – 2007
Gweithgaredd: Aelodaeth o bwyllgor (Aelod)
Projectau
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01/01/2021 – 15/01/2024 (Wrthi'n gweithredu)
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NHS guidelines recommend informal carers of people living with dementia such as family and friends should be offered training to help them develop care skills and manage their own physical and mental health. The World Health Organisation recommend access to affordable, proven, well-designed, online technologies for education, skills training and support for dementia carers.
In response to these recommendations, we will carry out the first study in the UK of the benefits of an online training and support programme. This was developed by the World Health Organisation and is called ‘iSupport’. It is designed for dementia carers to help them provide good care and take care of themselves. Carers can use iSupport at their own pace. They can access whichever parts of iSupport they feel are most relevant to them from their place of choice using a computer, tablet or smartphone.
We will do this research with the help of 356 dementia carers in England, Wales and Scotland by:
1. Examining the effectiveness of iSupport in reducing distress through a randomised controlled trial. Half of the carers will complete iSupport and half will receive information leaflets. We will translate iSupport into Welsh for use in this aspect of our research. All the carers will answer questionnaires about stress and strain, mental health, resilience and knowledge of dementia. They will do this three times over a six month period. By comparing the two groups, we will be able to show whether iSupport is better than simply giving information. Those receiving the information leaflets will be given full access to iSupport at the end of our study.
2. Understanding what aspects of iSupport carers like the most, and what might put them off using it. We will undertake interviews with a smaller group (50) of the carers and have a longer discussion about their thoughts, feelings and the impact of iSupport on themselves. They will do this three times over a six month period.
3. Examining the potential costs and benefits of iSupport. This will involve carers answering questions about health and social care service use and their quality of life. They will do this three times over a six month period.
4. Adapting iSupport for young carers (age 11-17). There are currently no evidence-based support interventions for young carers of people with dementia. We will work with a group of young carers and adapt iSupport for their use, identify what outcomes are most important to them, and assess this new version of iSupport with 30 young carers.
It is important we do this work because most people living with a dementia are cared for at home, supported by a family member or friend who has limited knowledge of the condition. The role is very stressful, and many carers experience more mental and physical illness compared to people who are not dementia carers. Covid-19 has meant that many older people have to self-isolate, placing
increasing pressures on carers.
If we show iSupport helps carers, service providers will benefit by knowing there is a proven service they can recommend to dementia carers. Carers will benefit from reductions in psychological distress and improvements in skills and resilience. People living with dementia will benefit from a better equipped carer. Society will potentially benefit from reduced care costs, as improving care at home can delay care-home admission.
From the very start of the study, we will develop a comprehensive plan for ensuring our findings are communicated to people who need to hear about them. We will do this together with our collaborators, who include people living with dementia, carers, as well as academics, clinicians, charities along with the World Health Organisation.
Prif Ganfyddiadau
Work in progress
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CADR (Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research)
01/04/2020 – 15/04/2025 (Wrthi'n gweithredu)
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The Centre for Ageing & Dementia Research (CADR) will cultivate an integrated research Centre in Wales delivering world-class interdisciplinary and translational research and nurture the development of a critical mass of researchers with expertise and competencies in a holistic (eco-bio-psycho-social) approach to research on ageing. Eco: The physical environment in which we live encompassing mobility (transport systems), the natural world (aesthetics, climate, natural resources), the built environment (rural/urban neighbourhoods, homes/housing). Bio: The body as a biological system including brain, disease, injury. Psycho: Cognitive processes (thinking) that influence the way experiences are interpreted. Social: The cultural, social and community systems1 of interacting people(s) with different levels of access, privilege and power. Importance of CADR Our new approach is underpinned by the World Health Organization’s (2015) definition of healthy ageing. Every person […] should have the opportunity to live a long and healthy life. Yet, […] environments are highly influential on our behaviour, our exposure to health risks […], our access to quality health and social care and the opportunities that ageing brings. Healthy Ageing is about creating the environments and opportunities that enable people to be and do what they value throughout their lives. CADR’s strength is our holistic approach to addressing a societal ‘grand challenge’ and the opportunities posed by longevity. We aim to improve the lives of older people and carers through the integration of research on ageing, policy and practice. Our outputs will respond to national and global priority areas for unmet need: improving opportunities to live a long and healthy life; improving health and social care systems (including long-term care); creating age friendly environments; and helping to diminish the impact of dementia. Our work will be delivered through 4 interlinked work packages (WPs): WP1: Environments of Ageing (Eco) WP2: Characterising dementia and cognition in ageing (Bio) WP3: Social inclusion for health and wellbeing in later life (Psycho and Social) WP4: Research methods, public and professional engagement and involvement Strategic Objectives We will generate new knowledge by: Including health and social care services Forging a shared mission to deliver an interdisciplinary understanding of ageing and dementia Providing the infrastructure to enable leading researchers in ageing and dementia research to compete globally Developing and building research capacity underpinning increased grant capture, establishing essential research resources, novel skills and technologies, and building critical mass for PhD students and early career researchers Providing a platform for collaborations and internationally competitive interdisciplinary and translational research that will have impact on the health and wellbeing of older people To address health and social care needs of older people in Wales we will: Involve and engage the public to ensure that research addresses the needs of older people, people with dementia and carers Facilitate translation of eco-bio-psycho-social findings into clinical and social care practice Involve and engage policy makers and practitioners, establishing research priorities and collaborations and working with them to improve services for older people Develop and facilitate business and clinical linkages, contributing to the health and wealth of Wales as well as enhancing the Life Science sector
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The impact of peer support networks for those living with rare dementias
01/01/2019 – 31/01/2024 (Wrthi'n gweithredu)
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We will carry out the first major study of the value of support groups for people living with or caring for someone with a rare form of dementia. 1) WS1 [Retrospective Cohort Study]. Understanding the problems faced and care received through a retrospective cohort study of >1000 current and historical members to create the first mapping of abilities, challenges, care needs, care events, and health and care resource use (including informal/familial care) in the rarer dementias across all stages of dementia. 2) WS2 [Theoretical development]. Identifying the ‘active ingredients’ of support groups through theoretical development. Mixed-methods including (i) literature review using the principles of realist synthesis; (ii) situational analysis and focussed ethnographic work involving a sub-sampling of members; (iii) analysis of WS1 interview dataset; and (iv) iterative construction of general Theory of Change (ToC) and nested sub-theories. 3) WS3 [Measures]. Optimising and innovating measure selection and development We will review existing relevant concepts and measures iteratively as WS2 theory develops. We will identify a primary measure of effect (e.g. DEMQOL, Smith et al., 2007) to enable exploratory cost effectiveness. We will develop and test a resilience outcome measure suitable for different forms of dementia. 4) WS4 [Prospective longitudinal cohort study]. Evaluating the impact and pathways to impact of multi-component support groups on new members through a prospective longitudinal cohort study. Methods: Mixed methods to evaluate how membership and degree of involvement are associated with outcomes at 6-monthly intervals. 5) WS5 [Intervention development]. Theory-driven design and feasibility testing of a new, online multicomponent support intervention for carers of people living with FTD. 6) WS6 [Economic analysis]. Investigating cost effectiveness through economic analysis 7) PhD studentships 8) Embedded case studies in rural Wales and Canada will explore aspects such as rural living which may support or exacerbate the experience of living with dementia.
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KESS II MRes with Dementia Go- BUK2157
01/08/2018 – 31/07/2020 (Wedi gorffen)
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Co-creating a resilience building framework for people living with dementia and their carers
01/01/2018 – 31/10/2022 (Wedi gorffen)
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Evaluation of Psychosocial Support of the transition to retirement’ (Evaluation of TILL Phase 2)
01/12/2017 – 01/08/2019 (Wedi gorffen)
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In memoriâ and the Imagination café
15/11/2017 – 01/08/2019 (Wedi gorffen)
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Enhancing resilience and quality of life through arts and science research
01/11/2016 – 01/08/2019 (Wedi gorffen)
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Created out of mind:changing perceptions of dementia through art & culture
03/10/2016 – 01/08/2019 (Wedi gorffen)
Disgrifiad
Created Out of Mind is a team aiming to explore, challenge and shape perceptions and understanding of dementias through science and the creative arts. The team will explore what dementia means to us all, challenge traditional definitions and common misconceptions, and unlock what we can learn about art, consciousness and the brain from the experiences of people living with different the dementias.
Launched in October 2016, and working over a period of 22 months, Created out of Mind are the second residents of The Hub- a unique, creative space at Wellcome Collection in London. Starting with people with dementias, Created out of Mind is an interdisciplinary team of scientists, visual artists, musicians, broadcasters, clinicians and carers.
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Created out of mind:changing perceptions of dementia through art & culture
03/10/2016 – 01/08/2019 (Wedi gorffen)
Disgrifiad
Created Out of Mind is a team aiming to explore, challenge and shape perceptions and understanding of dementias through science and the creative arts. The team will explore what dementia means to us all, challenge traditional definitions and common misconceptions, and unlock what we can learn about art, consciousness and the brain from the experiences of people living with different the dementias.
Launched in October 2016, and working over a period of 22 months, Created out of Mind are the second residents of The Hub- a unique, creative space at Wellcome Collection in London. Starting with people with dementias, Created out of Mind is an interdisciplinary team of scientists, visual artists, musicians, broadcasters, clinicians and carers.
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Alzheimers Europe Carers' Survey
01/04/2016 – 01/08/2019 (Wedi gorffen)
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Imagining Dementia Supportive Communities through the Arts
01/02/2016 – 01/08/2019 (Wedi gorffen)
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CADR (Centre for Ageing and Dementia Research)
01/04/2015 – 15/03/2021 (Wedi gorffen)
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‘Try Something New’ evaluation
01/02/2015 – 31/07/2015 (Wedi gorffen)
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Dementia and Imagination showcase 2014
01/06/2014 – 25/08/2016 (Wedi gorffen)
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NHS Service Support for r26R06 Dementia & Imagination project
01/04/2014 – 22/07/2015 (Wedi gorffen)
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01/11/2013 – 31/10/2016 (Wedi gorffen)
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OPERAT (Older People’s External Residential Assessment Tool)
01/10/2013 – 06/05/2016 (Wedi gorffen)
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Dementia and imagination showcase 2013
01/08/2013 – 11/11/2013 (Wedi gorffen)
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01/07/2013 – 17/08/2018 (Wedi gorffen)
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NHS Service Support for r26011 Lifestyle Matters project
01/04/2012 – 29/02/2016 (Wedi gorffen)
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01/02/2012 – 22/03/2013 (Wedi gorffen)
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01/12/2011 – 08/08/2016 (Wedi gorffen)
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01/12/2011 – 30/11/2015 (Wedi gorffen)
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Challenges and Healthy Ageing:the role of resilience across the life course (ResNet)
01/05/2009 – 23/07/2010 (Wedi gorffen)
Disgrifiad
Funded through the Lifelong Health and Wellbeing Cross-Council Programme, the network aimed to:
Unite and build upon previous work and existing evidence undertaken on resilience, and strengthen this with new perspectives and collaborations, thereby enhancing research capacity and development. It will develop a research, knowledge transfer and dissemination strategy and subsequent research bids that reflect a multi-disciplinary life course perspective to healthy ageing. This will be conducted using an approach that will increase the potential of knowledge transfer throughout the process. This will generate new knowledge for research, policy and practice on the multi-layered complexities of the ageing process and resilience which cannot be understood from a single disciplinary perspective.
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01/05/2009 – 31/07/2011 (Wedi gorffen)
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Promotong Well-Being Of Older People
19/02/2007 – 06/03/2008 (Wedi gorffen)