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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Sep 8

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

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Jul 16

💻 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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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Jun 18

Read the full guidance, FAQs and how to apply on the School for Social Care Research website 👉 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 £20k to £75k for training and development—deadline 25 September 2025.

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Jun 18

SSCR Career Development Awards are LIVE. Apply for funding to undertake training and development activities and advance your social care research career.

👥Open to social care researchers and practitioners
🪙Awards of £20k to £75k available
🗓️Deadline 25th September 2025

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 26

PUBLICATION: Safer Online Lives: Internet Use and Online Experiences of Adults With Intellectual Disabilities—A Survey Study buff.ly/vZvD5CT

Find out more about this SSCR-funded study: buff.ly/a4dJ4fm

NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 16

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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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 15

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

NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 14

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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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 13

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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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 13

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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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 12

PROJECT FINDINGS: Opening the “too 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

NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · May 12

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

NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Apr 29

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

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Apr 22

We’ve refreshed our website! Explore a cleaner design, easier navigation, and all the latest updates in adult social care research 👉 sscr.nihr.ac.uk #SocialCareResearch #NIHRSSCR

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Mar 20

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!

Read the full announcement: buff.ly/lwd8x1j

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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!

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Mar 20

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

www.sscr.nihr.ac.uk/dementia-res...

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Mar 14

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

NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Mar 10

👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 CHAIN online webinar series - 'Inclusive Involvement in Adult Social Care Research'

📅 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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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Mar 10

ONLINE WEBINAR: 'Safe Staffing in Older People Social Work'

📅 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

NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Feb 24

📢 Are you a researcher or policy-maker interested in dementia? Join us at the NIHR Three Schools Dementia Programme Research Showcase!

📅 18 March, 9:30-16:00
🏘️ Millennium Gallery, Sheffield

Find out more: https://buff.ly/3D5nFM0

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Feb 24

🌐 Enhancing Residential Care: How Research Can Make a Difference to Practice

📅 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.

NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Feb 11

💡 Explore evidence-based tools to make informed decisions in adult social care. The SSCR-funded ESSENCE project supports localised, practical solutions for better resource use: https://buff.ly/4gIgyXS

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Feb 10

🚨 Only 4 days left to apply for the NIHR SSCR Career Development Awards! These grants range from £20k to £75k and are aimed at boosting your career in social care research. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your professional journey. Deadline: 14 Feb 2025, 5 PM. Apply now:

Research Career Development Awards – Call for Applications | NIHR SSCR

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Jan 30

Researchers will today present their findings at the House of Lords from the first randomised controlled trial of bathing adaptations (BATH-OUT 2). The findings highlight the potential impact of making timely adaptations. Find out more about the study: https://buff.ly/4hckFMT

Image of the Elizabeth Tower (commonly known as Big Bin) at the UK House of Parliament alongside the name of the trial - BATH-OUT 2 - that was presenting its findings and the logos of the three universities involved - Northumbria University Newcastle, University of York and Newcastle University.

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NIHR School for Social Care Research @nihrsscr.bsky.social · Jan 30

There's still just over two weeks to submit your application for the first round of SSCR Career Development Awards. On the fence? Got questions? Why not get in touch for some informal advice? [email protected]

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#career #capacitybuilding #sscr

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