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

We were very pleased to see the Unit's work on homelessness recognized in the @NIHRresearch Annual Report this week - in particular a study funded by @NIHRSSCR examining the role of adult safeguarding: https://t.co/6l16J5rgYh

The 10 Year Health Plan will ensure more care will be available on your doorstep and from the comfort of your own home. Read more about the shift from hospital to community.

GLORIOUSLY ORDINARY LIVES LOVINGS - Share a story Where have you seen people living, or being supported to live, gloriously ordinary lives, or is your life gloriously ordinary? We now have a dedicated page to share your stories ⬇️ https://t.co/XoIi7FsDOX

'Spinning Plates at Gladstone’s Residential Library' - In the latest Education Matters blog post, Dr. Martina Smith considers the positive impact of taking time out to focus during a writing retreat: https://t.co/Ho11dtsD6G

Reminder to join us for a Practice Exchange webinar exploring digital tools that support autistic people’s health, independence & inclusion. Hear from sector experts & innovators. Open to social care & health colleagues. Register: https://t.co/jitDZKx7lT #SocialCare #Autism #PCH

Our annual report for 2024/25 has been published today, showcasing the impact of NIHR funded and supported research 🎉 Hear from CEO @LucyChappell2 and find out about some of the ways NIHR research is: ➡️ changing lives ➡️ improving quality of life for people across the nation

💻 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 ⬇️ https://t.co/ymQNq6DO2q

Read the full guidance, FAQs and how to apply on the School for Social Care Research website 👉 https://t.co/qJNgPzmBRb

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 https://t.co/IB3TojxGWn Find out more about this SSCR-funded study: https://t.co/4o9wfjfUF8

📽️ "This is a fantastic opportunity because Social Care Nurses have had less access to these development opportunities" — Dr Zena Aldridge, Social Care Nurse Fellow Applications are still ongoing for the NIHR Researcher Development Programme for Social Care Nurses. Explore how

Pilot trial of an intervention to increase community connections and reduce loneliness for people with complex anxiety or depression - https://t.co/LYa3wRbu8M #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

Learn how the SInQUE tool assesses social inclusion in mental health supported accommodation, guiding care planning and enhancing recovery-based practices. https://t.co/s9bNyVRjfr #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

This School for Social Care Research-funded study explored professional decluttering as an intervention for people with hoarding behaviors (PwHB). https://t.co/Z1qBNpbznq #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

BLOG: What makes a person? SSCR PhD student, Carolin Hess (KCL) reflects on the importance of homeless services delivering care that is gender-aware, culturally sensitive, and acknowledges people’s individuality. https://t.co/Fl47ohnspj

Discover how community groups support older men’s mental health through connection, vulnerability, and purpose, while addressing barriers like accessibility and social isolation. https://t.co/8jYpJ7a0x1 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

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. https://t.co/FTUQD0DDMk

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. https://t.co/KnHEsmXrgZ

Looking for a new opportunity? LGBTQ+ people and adult social care - https://t.co/1C06QkpIzp Understanding the landscape, sustainability and impact of Meals on Wheels services in the UK - https://t.co/kbyuktlH6h Application deadline - 15/05/2025