Better research in care homes through collaboration
In this innovative community programme, co-funded with the Alzheimer’s Society, researchers will work in and with care homes to develop a model for research that is collaborative and effective.
Collaborations
Social movements for health report (funder perspective) published
In November 2018, we partnered with Nesta to launch an innovation programme to support social movements seeking to bring about change in health and social care. We are excited to announce that we have now published our reflections on the programme as funders – we hope this will be useful for other funding organisations who are planning to support social movements in the future.
Strengthening the evidence base for older people’s housing services: the Catch 22 Evidence Project
96% of older households live in mainstream housing, and most older people say they would like to remain in their home as they age. Despite this, there has been a critical lack of investment in research to measure the impacts of good-quality, accessible housing on older people.
Care Home Friends and Neighbours Intergenerational Linking Project: linking older people in care homes with young people in their communities
Fostering relationships and links across generations can bring benefits to all. With matched funding from the National Lottery Community Fund #iwill campaign, the Dunhill Medical Trust is supporting projects that are establishing intergenerational links between young people and older people in care homes.
Association of British Neurologists: co-funded research studentships
The Dunhill Medical Trust has partnered with the Association of British Neurologists to co-fund a three three-year Doctoral Training Fellowship to support talented clinicians with an interest in developing a research career.
British Geriatrics Society: co-funded research studentships
The Dunhill Medical Trust has partnered with the British Geriatrics Society to co-fund three three-year Doctoral Training Fellowships to support front-line health professionals with an interest in developing a research career.