Description
Researchers from Denmark, Norway and the UK share their reflections and the lessons they have learned in establishing an international research collaboration to advance an evidence base for an innovative psychosocial intervention for people living with dementia in the community using a lifelong learning approach.Each country is delivering the lifelong learning programme, which is underpinned by the ethos that people living with dementia can continue to learn and develop and so benefit from lifelong learning. The programme was inspired by cognitive stimulation therapy and neuro-pedagogy, which provides a holistic psychosocial and teacher-led programme of activity to support those living with dementia.
Researchers from the three countries have been collaborating for several years to plan, pilot and develop an evidence base to support this programme. The benefits of this international cross disciplinary working have led to shared knowledge, the development of innovative projects and ideas, alongside personal and professional growth. The challenges of funding, identifying commonly translated measures and exploring the nuances of cross-cultural delivery in each country will be reflected upon. The international research team will also share how they are overcoming these obstacles to deliver collaborative research. The future opportunities for this international collaboration will be discussed.
| Period | 24 Apr 2024 → 26 Apr 2024 |
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| Event title | 36th Global Conference for Alzheimer's Disease International: Dementia Insights, Innovations, Inspirations |
| Event type | Conference |
| Location | Krackow, PolandShow on map |
| Degree of Recognition | International |
Keywords
- Dementia
- Collaboration
- Research
- Lifelong learning