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Engaging Older People in Research 
Tuesday 24th May 2011
9:30am - 4:00pm
The Brunel Institute for Ageing Studies, Brunel University and Tilda Goldberg Centre, University of Bedfordshire welcome you to a workshop on ‘Engaging Older People in Research’. The community of researchers interested in ageing and later life is continuing to grow, and their experience in developing innovative research methods and strategies to engage older people in their work is also expanding.

The purpose of this workshop is:
  • To explore the development of older user participation in research and different levels for
  • their involvement;
  • To review recruitment and retention strategies used by ageing researchers; and
  • To present ‘practice from the field’ from some of the UK’s leading researchers.
Some of the topics that will be covered will include: ethical issues in research with vulnerable people, empowerment, risk and responsibilities, engaging with different cultures, talking about sensitive topics, practical suggestions for engagement, and factors to consider when engaging people with dementia.
Venue: Brunel University, Mary Seacole Building, 3rd Floor, Room 302 and 303
Please note the conference is free of charge but for venue and catering purposes you MUST register to attend. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. For more information and to book your place please contact Ella Getahun.
E-mail: ella.getahun@brunel.ac.uk or   Tel: 01895 266197


More information and the programme are available via the BSG website

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