Chris Lehmann, ADASS Research Committee Chair and Professor Catherine Needham, share key takeaways from a research workshop on adult social care at our Spring Seminar 2026. Read their blog: www.adass.org.uk/shaping-the-adult-social-care-research-agenda-building-on-the-adass-spring-seminar-2026/

Shaping the adult social care research agenda – building on the ADASS Spring Seminar 2026 - ADASS

Chris Lehmann, ADASS Research Committee Chair, and Professor Catherine Needham, Professor of Public Policy and Public Management at the University of Birmingham, report back from an exciting research ...

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A new blog from the University of York, written by SSCR career development awardees Hannah and Orla, explores what existing research can tell us about effective peer support for people living with dementia. Read the blog: buff.ly/ySErKZ3

BLOG: Supporting people to live well with dementia through peer support - NIHR SSCR

A new blog from the University of York explores what existing research can tell us about effective peer support for people living with dementia.

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How can how Adult Services can better support parents with a learning disability? Explore an open access briefing that forms part of a growing body of work that aims to strengthen practice, clarify legal responsibilities, and improve outcomes for families. https://ow.ly/BWoc50YAuJK

The Call for Abstracts for the SSCR Annual Research Conference 2026 is now OPEN. 📅 Deadline: 30 April 2026 (17:00 GMT) Apply here: buff.ly/pgjlGuE 📍 Bristol | 16-17 Sept ✅ Theme: Collaboration, Connection & Community ℹ️ Registration opens in March

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Information about the 2026 SSCR Annual Research Conference, taking place in Bristol on 16-17 September 2026.

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💡 Applications now OPEN for the NIHR SSCR Post-Doctoral Fellowship Scheme. Up to £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). 👉 Find out more and apply: buff.ly/kbF1280

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The SSCR Practice Evaluation Scheme supports social care practitioners to partner with researchers to evaluate and improve social care services.

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📢 Calling all early-career dementia researchers! The @nihrsscr.bsky.social Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme is OPEN. 💰 Up to £160k funding ⏳ 24 months to lead your own project 📍 Focus on adult social care & dementia Details here: buff.ly/x74d9GF #DementiaResearch #SocialCare #PostdocJobs

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NIHR Three Schools' Dementia Programme Post-Doctoral Fellowship Scheme supports establishment of independent careers in dementia research.

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🚀 New funding opportunity for adult social care practitioners! The NIHR SSCR Practice Evaluation Scheme is now open. ✅ Lead your own project ✅ Partner with expert researchers ✅ Improve services 📅 Deadline: 13 Feb 2026 👉 Learn more: buff.ly/FWnQpMC

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

💻 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 ⬇️ buff.ly/9OJZvVn

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

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

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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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

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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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

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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.

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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. buff.ly/5xf57Fj

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 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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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

📢 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

🌐 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

💡 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

🚨 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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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