On 26th October we visited the University of Maastricht for the launch of the International Network of Living Labs in Ageing and Long-Term Care. From NICHE-Leeds, Professor Karen Spilsbury, Professor Carl Thompson, Dr Reena Devi, Dr Kirsty Haunch, Iria Cunha joined colleagues from Universities of Maastricht, Halle-Wittenberg, Cologne, and Graz. At the launch a declaration...
NICHE-Leeds recently commemorated its five-year groundbreaking research and care partnership. Gathering at the University of Leeds, a diverse group of stakeholders – from academics to care providers to representatives from Leeds City Council and national care organizations and family members – celebrated the collaboration's achievements. Professor Karen Spilsbury, NICHE-Leeds' academic director, outlined the partnership's journey,...
I started work in Springfield Healthcare in 2014 as an Activities Coordinator, and since I’ve have progressed into the Dementia and Wellbeing Lead. In my role I work with 7 care homes on supporting the wellbeing of people living with dementia. I’m passionate about dementia, and I’ve always enjoyed training opportunities where I can learn...
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