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'Quite an adventure': some lessons from digital arts projects with older people
- Authors:
- BLOOD Imogen, EASTERBROOK Lorna, ROBINSON Mark
- Publisher:
- Baring Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 20
- Place of publication:
- London
A report into how the use of digital technology in five arts projects impacted on older people, creative engagement, business models, partnerships, and attitudes towards ageing. The projects were part of the Digital Arts and Creative Ageing (DACA) Programme, funded by the Baring Foundation and the Nominet Trust (now ‘Social Tech Trust’). The projects were: 64 Million Artists, which used existing digital platforms to facilitate and share everyday creativity; FabLab Belfast: Digital Makers, who hosted designated sessions for older people; City Arts, which developed an app to promote virtual access to arts and cultural venues; Ladder to the Moon, which developed an online tool to promote and record creative engagement in care homes; and Moving Memory, who are refining a portable digital kit to facilitate movement-based performance projects. The report includes advice for planning digital arts projects for older people (Edited publisher abstract)
From positive ageing to positive living; a changing perspective from the Beth Johnson Foundation
- Author:
- WEALLEANS Lynne Marie
- Journal article citation:
- Working with Older People, 19(4), 2015, pp.165-169.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to disseminate the learning from the positive ageing and positive living projects of the Beth Johnson Foundation (BJF) and to contribute to the discourse around ageing and older people. Design/methodology/approach: The content for this case study was drawn from evidence gathering activities with different generations of older people, with key stakeholders, commissioners and policy makers. This was supported by extensive desk top analysis of information and research on the subjects of positive and active ageing. Findings: This case study examines the key elements of positive ageing within a life course context and explores the language and culture around ageing. It makes some recommendations, based on practice, that support a change in the dialogue around ageing from positive ageing to positive living. Practical implications: This approach is of interest to all citizens, to those who work with older people, to commissioners and to decision makers. It promotes a multi-generational approach to the co-design of services. It supports prevention, health promotion and appropriate interventions which are not based on age. It also, therefore, promotes ageing as a “natural” part of the life course, challenges negative stereotypes around ageing and ensures accessible, inclusive and quality services. Social implications: The content and conclusions of the case study challenge some of the traditional thinking and approaches around ageing and recommend a more inclusive approach to service design and delivery. The case study also addresses some of the issues around the language used and the culture around ageing which will contribute to a more forward thinking approach. Originality/value: This is an original case study based on the work of the BJF over a ten year period as it developed its’ Positive Ageing and Positive Living programmes. BJF has been at the forefront of the positive ageing movement by developing mid-life programmes of work and is acknowledged as an expert organisation in the field of intergenerational (and now multi-generational) practice and age friendly communities. (Publisher abstract)
On the journey to becoming a dementia friendly organisation: sharing the learning for employers and organisations
- Author:
- FROST Sarah
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 20
- Place of publication:
- York
This paper shares the lessons that have been learnt in the implementation of JRF’s Dementia without Walls Programme, which aims to support the collective engagement and actions of people with dementia; inspire local communities, organisations and businesses to become more aware and understanding of dementia, and more inclusive; and challenge attitudes, language, misunderstandings and behaviours. The key lessons, which are illustrated though a number of case studies, include: an organisation-wide approach signals that dementia awareness is important for everyone; using a community development approach can help build capacity and lead to more flexibility of approach, greater staff engagement, and a sense of ownership from the bottom up; corporate endorsement and top-down leadership is important in enabling staff participation, giving profile to the work and sustaining the commitment; a wide range of mechanisms can be used to raise awareness and provide information about dementia to staff; effective involvement of people with dementia and carers can help challenge attitudes and assumptions; and providing multiple and varied opportunities for staff involvement can reveal individual interests, skills and passions. (Edited publisher abstract)
Nurturing hope at the end of life
- Author:
- HUDSON Rosaline
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing International, 31(3), Summer 2006, pp.241-252.
- Publisher:
- Springer
- Place of publication:
- New York
The article draws on the literature regarding end-of-life care to investigate what older people hope for as they reach the end of their lives and how professional carers can nurture that hope. A case study is included to highlight the differences between wishful thinking and hope.
The next generation: how intergenerational interaction improves life chances of children and young people
- Author:
- UNITED FOR ALL AGES
- Publisher:
- United for All Ages
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 22
- Place of publication:
- Happisburgh
This report highlights the benefits of intergenerational projects for children and young people. It provides examples of organisations and projects that are making a difference for the next generation through intergenerational action under following key themes: giving children a good start in life by involving children early; raising educational attainment; changing attitudes; helping to solve difficult policy issues, such poverty and poor health; and helping to shape the future. The contributions cone from a range of organisations, including the Child Poverty Action Group, Nesta, Anchor Hanover, Pre-School Learning Alliance and Grandparents Plus. The examples show how intergenerational projects can all help children and young people develop confidence and empathy, tackle social isolation and loneliness, develop cognitive and communication skills, improve learning and care, reduce ageism and increase mutual understanding to tackle divisions in Britain. The report calls on nurseries, schools, children and young people’s organisations, and local authorities to link with older people’s care and housing providers, volunteers and organisations. It also makes eight key recommendations to maximise the benefits of intergenerational projects for children and young people. (Edited publisher abstract)
Care homes lay assessor project – using volunteers to improve the quality of life of older people living in care homes
- Author:
- DOLBEAR Kenneth Walter
- Journal article citation:
- Working with Older People, 20(2), 2016, pp.94-100.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to outline the learning from an innovative approach to using volunteers as lay assessors in order to secure improvements in the quality of life of older people in care homes. Design/methodology/approach: The paper describes the implementation of pilot lay assessor scheme in Bristol and systematically explores the learning from this case study. Findings: The paper concludes that despite a number of important challenges and limitations, a lay assessor approach, particularly when conducted in close co-operation with a local council, can indeed provide demonstrable quality of life benefits for older people in closed institutions such as care homes. Practical implications: The case study highlights a number of key implications for practice including: it is possible to recruit, motivate and train volunteers to provide a lay assessor scheme; working with a local council and providers of care homes can produce real improvements in quality of life; lay assessor schemes are an important way of “shining a light” into closed institutions; defining quality of life and balancing this with institutional attitudes towards risk can be extremely challenging; and working with care home managers, providing them with ideas and support can be effective in bringing about meaningful change. Originality/value: This case study reports on one of the first volunteer lay assessor initiatives in the country. There has been very little if any reporting or analysis of such schemes. This paper therefore adds significantly to this important are of public policy and provision. (Publisher abstract)
Dementia: good living in our churches
- Authors:
- FARR Emma-Dawn, BUTE Jennifer
- Journal article citation:
- Working with Older People, 19(3), 2015, pp.134-139.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper, “Dementia – good living in our churches” co-authored with Dr Bute who is a retired GP living with dementia, is to encourage the Church of England to do more for people with dementia living within their parishes. Design/methodology/approach: This document was put together using a case study and a literature review. Findings: As the age range of the country increases there are an increased number of people attending churches who have diagnosed (or undiagnosed) dementia. This document has found that there are a number of areas that the Church of England needs to work on to help people become enveloped within the churches that many of them knew and have grown up with. Originality/value: New case study and up to date research. (Publisher abstract)
Faith and spirituality in older people – a Jewish perspective
- Author:
- DOUEK Sonia
- Journal article citation:
- Working with Older People, 19(3), 2015, pp.114-122.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore the role that faith and spirituality play for Jewish people as they age and examine how this is expressed and supported by a health and social care environment. Design/methodology/approach: This is a case study based on work at Jewish Care and supported by other Jewish networks. It also builds on qualitative research on Ageing Well carried out in 2012. Findings: As people age they have a need to connect with their community. Faith-based communities are ready made and often the first point of call for Jewish people. The way in which people express their faith or spirituality may not manifest itself in practice but be more about inclusion and connection. Life circumstances will determine people’s faith, identity and approach to spirituality – e.g. Holocaust survivors. There is a feeling that religious affiliation and the way it is expressed has polarised in the community which means that older people often do not connect with current ways of expressing or connecting to their faith. Research limitations/implications: This is not a systematic research but examines through practice different approaches to supporting people as they age via a faith-based provision. Practical implications: The approach could be replicated by other faith-based providers but also the approach and lessons should be considered by more generalist providers so that they ensure they meet the needs of the individual receiving their services. The inclusion principle reminds the author that care in a vacuum will not support the emotional and psychological needs of people. Social implications: Divisions within a faith group opportunities for younger people to learn from their older peers reminder of more established values around faith. Originality/value: Identifying the way in which faith is often an expression and connection to community and can reduce social isolation. The role that faith-based communities play in connecting and valuing people as they age. The reminder that ritual can be not only reassuring to people as they age but provide structure and purpose to a person’s life. (Publisher abstract)
Clinical practice with older LGBT clients: overcoming lifelong stigma through strength and resilience
- Authors:
- HASH Kristina M., ROGERS Anissa
- Journal article citation:
- Clinical Social Work Journal, 41(3), 2013, pp.249-257.
- Publisher:
- Springer
- Place of publication:
- New York
This article provides an overview of the unique challenges and strengths of the older lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) population and the theories and evidence-based interventions that can be used to work with them in a clinical setting. Two case studies will be used to highlight potential issues in clinical social work and provide guidance for intervention with LGBT older adults. The article concludes with a summary and implications for clinical social work practice. (Publisher abstract)
Perceptions, preferences, and acceptance of information and communication technologies in older-adult community care settings in Ireland: a case-study and ranked-care program analysis
- Authors:
- WALSH Kieran, CALLAN Aoife
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing International, 36(1), March 2011, pp.102-122.
- Publisher:
- Springer
- Place of publication:
- New York
This study examines the perceptions and preferences of older people (as current care users) and the general population (as prospective care users) on the role of information and communication technologies (ICT) within the community-care provision in Ireland. Data were used from four case studies of community care sites, three focus-group discussions and 60 face-to-face exploratory survey interviews (based around stated-preference scenarios) with a general population sample. Care preferences were rooted in orthodox forms of person-led care provision. Perceptions of technology, experience/familiarity with technology, and difficulty conceptualizing technology and need for technology assistance, are interconnected in how people influence ICT preferences and acceptance. More dominant, however, were micro- and macro-contextual factors associated with community care, namely (1) the state of the older adult community care sector; (2) the desire for person-to-person contact; (3) the context of place.