Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice @UniWestScotland. [email protected] Director Professor Louise Ritchie
Hamilton, Scotland
Joined January 2017
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Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
Hello! I am recruiting for my doctorate #thesis.
I am looking to interview people with #dementia about a recent hospital admission.
If you are interested in taking part, please get in touch by emailing [email protected]
Please share! Thank you.
#dementiaresearch
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
This free online seminar series exploring how #dementia intersects with work is running until February 2026.
It will bring together researchers, experts in dementia and employment, and individuals with lived experience of dementia to discuss key topics relating to dementia and work.
Register here: forms.office.com/pages/respo…
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Congratulations Margaret. So well deserved❤️.
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Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
Advance care planning is vital in dementia, yet often missed. Nurses can lead these conversations, ensuring care reflects values & preferences, as discussed in our latest CPD article @Susan_hol1 Morna Miller @SheeranMaryAnne @NHSaaa journals.rcni.com/nursing-ol…
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
I am pleased to share that my co-authored article, "Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices of Health and Social Care Professionals on Dementia Care in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Bangladesh," has been published by the Sir Salimullah Medical College Journal.
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Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
Today is World Alzheimer's Day!
The Promoting Excellence framework sets out the knowledge and skills needed by all health and social care staff to support people with dementia, their families and carers to maximise their rights, choices, and health and wellbeing at all stages of their dementia journey.
We have a host of dementia learning resources available on the SSSC Learning Zone to help you be dementia informed ➡️ow.ly/Oc6H50WM4BR
#Trusted #Skilled #Confident #Valued #YourLearning
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Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
Do you know know anyone living with Alzheimer's disease that could be interested in this research?
We can do home visits within 70 miles of @UniWestScotland Lanarkshire so please get in touch!
@alzscot @alzassociation @alzheimerssoc @AlzResearchUK @beatdementia @AlzScotCPP
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
What new photos would you like to see in our age-positive image library?
The photos show a more realistic depiction of ageing – to help challenge stereotypes of older people. The library, which contains over 3,000 images and is regularly updated, is available for anyone to use for free.
Browse and download from the collections here: agewithoutlimits.org/image-l…
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Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
Pleased to see our paper on the feasibility of introducing cognitive screening in prisons. Open access so all the amazing prison health care professionals who gave their time and expertise can read it @AlzScotCPP @RCNjusticeforum @UniWestScotland doi.org/10.1080/14789949.202…
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
We’re recruiting! Great chance to dip your toe into Higher Education and join our fab team @UniWestScotland
Ayr or Lanarkshire campus to cover maternity leave. share.google/4t0lXaGnK5CBDs4…
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
I did it! Clinical leadership award at #RCNScot awards. #BestofNursing 🎉
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
Congratulations! Hope you all had a fantastic time. It is fantastic to celebrate #BestOfNursing @RCNScot
We are here. RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year awards. Finalists in the Learning in Practice Award. @UniWestScotland @TheStateHospit1
We did it. The Edinburgh half- marathon for @alzscot @NDCAN_Scotland @S_D_W_G Thank you for the lovely support from @UniWestScotland and @uwshls @DGNHS @brainhealthscot @wendyAHPDem
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
I am thrilled to share that I’ve secured a 6-month research position with the @UniWestScotland within Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice. The project is titled ‘Exploring the impact of the Carers’ Academy on the family carer and person living with dementia’. 🥳
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
Join @UniWestScotland & @OUScotland in #Dumfries for a 'Conversation Towards Living Well with Dementia' event on Tues.3 June (5pm-7pm)
Hear from leading speakers in the #Dementia field + Q's, networking & inspiring conversations!
Book your free place at: eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evenin…
Alzheimer Scotland Centre for Policy and Practice retweeted
A tailored dementia education programme in a secure setting enabled staff members to develop creative solutions to challenging issues, explain Laura Young and colleagues @TheStateHospit1 @UniWestScotland journals.rcni.com/mental-hea…
