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NIHR School for Social Care Research
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We are working in partnership with practice and the public to build research systems and enhance the evidence base to improve adult social care.
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The Call for Abstracts for the SSCR Annual Research Conference 2026 is now OPEN.

πŸ“… Deadline: 30 April 2026 (17:00 GMT)
Apply here: buff.ly/pgjlGuE

πŸ“ Bristol | 16-17 Sept
βœ… Theme: Collaboration, Connection & Community
ℹ️ Registration opens in March
Annual Research Conference 2026 - NIHR SSCR
Information about the 2026 SSCR Annual Research Conference, taking place in Bristol on 16-17 September 2026.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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πŸ’‘ Applications now OPEN for the NIHR SSCR Post-Doctoral Fellowship Scheme.

Up to Β£200,000 funding to develop your skills and take your social care research career to the next level. Deadline: 8 May 2026, 17:00 (BST).

πŸ‘‰ Find out more and apply: buff.ly/kbF1280
SSCR Post-Doctoral Research Fellowships - NIHR SSCR
The SSCR Practice Evaluation Scheme supports social care practitioners to partner with researchers to evaluate and improve social care services.
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February 9, 2026 at 12:49 PM
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πŸ“’ Calling all early-career dementia researchers!

The @nihrsscr.bsky.social Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme is OPEN. πŸ’° Up to Β£160k funding ⏳ 24 months to lead your own project πŸ“ Focus on adult social care & dementia

Details here: buff.ly/x74d9GF

#DementiaResearch #SocialCare #PostdocJobs
Post-Doctoral Fellowship Scheme - NIHR SSCR
NIHR Three Schools' Dementia Programme Post-Doctoral Fellowship Scheme supports establishment of independent careers in dementia research.
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February 2, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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πŸš€ New funding opportunity for adult social care practitioners!

The NIHR SSCR Practice Evaluation Scheme is now open.

βœ… Lead your own project
βœ… Partner with expert researchers
βœ… Improve services

πŸ“… Deadline: 13 Feb 2026
πŸ‘‰ Learn more: buff.ly/FWnQpMC
October 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Thrilled to share that @birksyvonne has been awarded Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS) for her contributions to social science.

Congratulations on this recognition of your commitment to inclusive, practice-informed research and public impact! #FAcSS
September 8, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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πŸ’» Missed our Career Development Award informational webinars? You can now catch-up with the recordings whenever you like!

More award info and recording links available on our website ⬇️
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July 16, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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Read the full guidance, FAQs and how to apply on the School for Social Care Research website πŸ‘‰ sscr.nihr.ac.uk/career-devel...
Career Development Awards: Round 2 now open for applications - NIHR SSCR
Apply for NIHR SSCR Career Development Awards to strengthen your career in social care research. Funding from Β£20k to Β£75k for training and developmentβ€”deadline 25 September 2025.
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June 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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SSCR Career Development Awards are LIVE. Apply for funding to undertake training and development activities and advance your social care research career.

πŸ‘₯Open to social care researchers and practitioners
πŸͺ™Awards of Β£20k to Β£75k available
πŸ—“οΈDeadline 25th September 2025
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June 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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PUBLICATION: Safer Online Lives: Internet Use and Online Experiences of Adults With Intellectual Disabilitiesβ€”A Survey Study buff.ly/vZvD5CT

Find out more about this SSCR-funded study: buff.ly/a4dJ4fm
May 26, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Pilot trial of an intervention to increase community connections and reduce loneliness for people with complex anxiety or depression - buff.ly/ufmgA2d

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity
The Community Navigators study Research
This study tested a navigation programme for mental health users with anxiety and depression, aiming to reduce loneliness and improve well-being. Findings provided a manualised intervention,…
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May 16, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Learn how the SInQUE tool assesses social inclusion in mental health supported accommodation, guiding care planning and enhancing recovery-based practices. buff.ly/NlFsYP5

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity
May 15, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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This School for Social Care Research-funded study explored professional decluttering as an intervention for people with hoarding behaviors (PwHB). buff.ly/bTxGSoR

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity
Decluttering the homes of people with hoarding behaviours Research
This study explores professional decluttering as an intervention for people with hoarding behaviors (PwHB). It highlights service variations, clarifies decluttering practices, and offers insights for…
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May 14, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Discover how community groups support older men’s mental health through connection, vulnerability, and purpose, while addressing barriers like accessibility and social isolation. buff.ly/jRy0pm1

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity
Older men’s mental health and emotional wellbeing - NIHR SSCR Older men’s mental health and emotional wellbeing
Discover how community groups support older men’s mental health through connection, vulnerability, and purpose, while addressing barriers like accessibility and social isolation.
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May 13, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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BLOG: What makes a person? Thinking about different social characteristics in homelessness services and policy. SSCR PhD student, Carolin Hess (KCL) reflects on the importance of delivering care that is gender-aware, culturally sensitive, and acknowledges people’s individuality.

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May 13, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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PROJECT FINDINGS: Opening the β€œtoo difficult box” - This study explored attitudes, understanding and practice approaches, to identify ways of strengthening responses to homelessness and self-neglect and improve outcomes for individuals. buff.ly/KXAcdzU
May 12, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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As we mark Mental Health Awareness week, are you curious about what the evidence says? Explore our research collection on mental health and social care. Discover evidence-based research findings and resources, as well as information about ongoing research. buff.ly/4k1GLD1
May 12, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Looking for a new opportunity? Two funded SSCR PhD studentships are currently accepting applications at the University of Bristol.

LGBTQ+ people and adult social care - buff.ly/LkIT44g

Understanding the landscape, sustainability and impact of Meals on Wheels services in the UK - buff.ly/soHPPwt
April 29, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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We’ve refreshed our website! Explore a cleaner design, easier navigation, and all the latest updates in adult social care research πŸ‘‰ sscr.nihr.ac.uk #SocialCareResearch #NIHRSSCR
April 22, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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The NIHR have announced the latest cohort of NIHR Senior Investigators, featuring outstanding leaders from across social care and health research. We are delighted to see some familiar names on the list - congratulations!

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An image announcing that two colleagues from the School for Social Care Research have been appointed as NIHR Senior Investigators in the recent cohort. -- We are delighted to see that SSCR colleagues Professor Geraldine Macdonald and Professor Claire Surr have been appointed as NIHR Senior Investigators. Congratulations to you both on this prestigious appointment. We are also pleased to see friends from across the social care research space on the list of new appointments. Congratulations to you too!
March 20, 2025 at 11:56 AM
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Thank you to everyone who joined us in Sheffield on Tuesday for the NIHR Three Schools Dementia Research Showcase. Brilliant posters, engaging presentations and lots of networking to share knowledge about a broad range of dementia research. #threeschools

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March 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Delighted to be in Leeds on this sunny Friday at the ADASS 'Care we want: reimagining care and support at home' event. Lots of interesting conversations as we cruise towards the weekend. #adass #socialcare #sscr # research
March 14, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ CHAIN online webinar series - 'Inclusive Involvement in Adult Social Care Research'

πŸ“… Friday 21 March, 11:00

Register now for your place: buff.ly/ZRRzjsO (Zoom Registration)

Showcasing examples of patient and public involvement in NIHR funded research.
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March 10, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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ONLINE WEBINAR: 'Safe Staffing in Older People Social Work'

πŸ“… 25 March, 14:00-15:15

Free to attend
Register now: buff.ly/6vBZJEU (Eventbrite)

Hosted by the NIHR Health & Social Care Workforce Research Unit - buff.ly/hmFI9aw
March 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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πŸ“’ Are you a researcher or policy-maker interested in dementia? Join us at the NIHR Three Schools Dementia Programme Research Showcase!

πŸ“… 18 March, 9:30-16:00
🏘️ Millennium Gallery, Sheffield

Find out more: https://buff.ly/3D5nFM0
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February 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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🌐 Enhancing Residential Care: How Research Can Make a Difference to Practice

πŸ“… Tue, 13 May 2025, 9:30 - 16:30

A free national online conference showcasing research projects with care homes, older people, their families and carers.

Register now: https://buff.ly/4366HYF
A flyer for the national Enhancing Residential Care Conference which is taking place online on 13 May 2025 from 9:30am to 4:30pm. The conference will feature practical and policy-influencing research projects with care homes, older people, their families and carers.
February 24, 2025 at 11:29 AM