EMPOWER Dementia Network +
@empowerdementianet.bsky.social
The EMPOWER Dementia Network +, funded by the Alzheimer's Society, ESRC, and NIHR, unites researchers, people living with dementia, carers, professionals, and charities to enhance dementia care and empower a meaningful life for all.
Dementia is the leading cause of death in the UK, yet many people do not get the right end-of-life support. The PALLDEM-Homecare study, supported by the EMPOWER Dementia Network, is helping homecare workers provide better, person-centred care for people with dementia.
🔗https://tinyurl.com/hf7a6vnv
🔗https://tinyurl.com/hf7a6vnv
Marie Curie Research Grants Scheme
The Marie Curie Research Grants Scheme aims to improve the end of life experience for people with any form of dementia, and for those who care for them.
www.mariecurie.org.uk
October 10, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Dementia is the leading cause of death in the UK, yet many people do not get the right end-of-life support. The PALLDEM-Homecare study, supported by the EMPOWER Dementia Network, is helping homecare workers provide better, person-centred care for people with dementia.
🔗https://tinyurl.com/hf7a6vnv
🔗https://tinyurl.com/hf7a6vnv
The EMPOWER Co-production Toolkit is here. It was created with researchers, community partners and lived-experience experts to support inclusive and meaningful collaboration.
Download it here: empowerdementia.co.uk/wp-content/u...
Download it here: empowerdementia.co.uk/wp-content/u...
empowerdementia.co.uk
August 29, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The EMPOWER Co-production Toolkit is here. It was created with researchers, community partners and lived-experience experts to support inclusive and meaningful collaboration.
Download it here: empowerdementia.co.uk/wp-content/u...
Download it here: empowerdementia.co.uk/wp-content/u...
Our Sandpit event brought together 100+ people including researchers, community partners & lived experts to co-produce ideas for our Small Research Project Fund. A powerful day of collaboration, inclusion & creativity.
Read more here: www.uwl.ac.uk/news/empower...
Read more here: www.uwl.ac.uk/news/empower...
Empower Dementia Network+ brings key stakeholders together to support collaborative research projects access funding | University of West London
More than 100 researchers, people with lived experience of dementia and community partners gathered for an Empower Dementia Network+ ‘sandpit’ event on Tuesday, 26 August at the University of West Lon...
www.uwl.ac.uk
August 29, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Our Sandpit event brought together 100+ people including researchers, community partners & lived experts to co-produce ideas for our Small Research Project Fund. A powerful day of collaboration, inclusion & creativity.
Read more here: www.uwl.ac.uk/news/empower...
Read more here: www.uwl.ac.uk/news/empower...
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What did you do after the bank holiday? We reunited our team to spend the day planning an application at the @empowerdementianet.bsky.social Sandpit Event. It was a real joy to meet others passionate about making a difference to the lives of those living with dementia and those who support them :)
August 28, 2025 at 3:20 PM
What did you do after the bank holiday? We reunited our team to spend the day planning an application at the @empowerdementianet.bsky.social Sandpit Event. It was a real joy to meet others passionate about making a difference to the lives of those living with dementia and those who support them :)
🕐 Just over 2 weeks left! EOIs open for Small Research Project Fund close on Friday 11th July at 1pm (GMT).
We’re funding small collaborative research projects that address inequalities in dementia care.
🔗 Apply now: empowerdementia.co.uk/grants-and-f...
We’re funding small collaborative research projects that address inequalities in dementia care.
🔗 Apply now: empowerdementia.co.uk/grants-and-f...
Small Research Project Funding | EMPOWER Dementia Network+
empowerdementia.co.uk
June 26, 2025 at 2:24 PM
🕐 Just over 2 weeks left! EOIs open for Small Research Project Fund close on Friday 11th July at 1pm (GMT).
We’re funding small collaborative research projects that address inequalities in dementia care.
🔗 Apply now: empowerdementia.co.uk/grants-and-f...
We’re funding small collaborative research projects that address inequalities in dementia care.
🔗 Apply now: empowerdementia.co.uk/grants-and-f...
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🧠 The EMPOWER Dementia Network + is funding small, inclusive research projects tackling inequalities in dementia care. Got an idea? Submit your EOI today - Deadline 11th July! #DementiaResearch @empowerdementianet.bsky.social
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/funding/smal...
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/funding/smal...
Small Project Grants: Inequalities in Dementia
Apply for funding to tackle inequalities in dementia care through inclusive, community-led research. Open to all (UK). Submit your idea to the EMPOWER Network.
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
June 25, 2025 at 10:55 AM
🧠 The EMPOWER Dementia Network + is funding small, inclusive research projects tackling inequalities in dementia care. Got an idea? Submit your EOI today - Deadline 11th July! #DementiaResearch @empowerdementianet.bsky.social
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/funding/smal...
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/funding/smal...
🌟 Just 1 hour to go! 🌟
Join us today, June 2 (11:30–12:30) for the official launch of the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund 🧠✨
🔗 Register now and be part of the conversation: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6b9a7e...
#inclusiveresearch #dementiacare
Join us today, June 2 (11:30–12:30) for the official launch of the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund 🧠✨
🔗 Register now and be part of the conversation: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6b9a7e...
#inclusiveresearch #dementiacare
June 2, 2025 at 9:23 AM
🌟 Just 1 hour to go! 🌟
Join us today, June 2 (11:30–12:30) for the official launch of the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund 🧠✨
🔗 Register now and be part of the conversation: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6b9a7e...
#inclusiveresearch #dementiacare
Join us today, June 2 (11:30–12:30) for the official launch of the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund 🧠✨
🔗 Register now and be part of the conversation: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6b9a7e...
#inclusiveresearch #dementiacare
Join us for the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Co-production Training
🗓️ 17th June | 🕙 10:00–11:30 AM
Explore how co-production can shape better dementia research.
📲 Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a9725b...
#CoProduction #DementiaResearch #LivedExperience #EMPOWERDementia
🗓️ 17th June | 🕙 10:00–11:30 AM
Explore how co-production can shape better dementia research.
📲 Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a9725b...
#CoProduction #DementiaResearch #LivedExperience #EMPOWERDementia
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May 23, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Join us for the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Co-production Training
🗓️ 17th June | 🕙 10:00–11:30 AM
Explore how co-production can shape better dementia research.
📲 Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a9725b...
#CoProduction #DementiaResearch #LivedExperience #EMPOWERDementia
🗓️ 17th June | 🕙 10:00–11:30 AM
Explore how co-production can shape better dementia research.
📲 Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a9725b...
#CoProduction #DementiaResearch #LivedExperience #EMPOWERDementia
#DementiaActionWeek
🐞 Workstream 5: Digital Inclusion
🎶 Spotlight on Deepness Dementia Radio – a 24/7 station run by people with dementia, sharing music, & stories to stay connected and creative.
📻 Tune in: www.deepnessdementiamedia.com/deepness-dem...
🐞 Workstream 5: Digital Inclusion
🎶 Spotlight on Deepness Dementia Radio – a 24/7 station run by people with dementia, sharing music, & stories to stay connected and creative.
📻 Tune in: www.deepnessdementiamedia.com/deepness-dem...
Deepness Dementia Radio | Easy Listening For Living Well With DementiaCookie Control
Listen to Deepness Dementia Radio and join the friendly community. For people going through dementia, music and the spoken word serve as crucial vehicles for memory and connection. That is why Deepnes...
www.deepnessdementiamedia.com
May 23, 2025 at 11:22 AM
#DementiaActionWeek
🐞 Workstream 5: Digital Inclusion
🎶 Spotlight on Deepness Dementia Radio – a 24/7 station run by people with dementia, sharing music, & stories to stay connected and creative.
📻 Tune in: www.deepnessdementiamedia.com/deepness-dem...
🐞 Workstream 5: Digital Inclusion
🎶 Spotlight on Deepness Dementia Radio – a 24/7 station run by people with dementia, sharing music, & stories to stay connected and creative.
📻 Tune in: www.deepnessdementiamedia.com/deepness-dem...
🧠 Join us for the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund webinar!
📅 Mon 2 June | 🕦 11:30–12:30
Open to community partners, researchers & lived experts. Let’s fund work that tackles dementia care inequalities.
Register here: bit.ly/4morQEJ
📅 Mon 2 June | 🕦 11:30–12:30
Open to community partners, researchers & lived experts. Let’s fund work that tackles dementia care inequalities.
Register here: bit.ly/4morQEJ
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Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
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May 22, 2025 at 3:50 PM
🧠 Join us for the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund webinar!
📅 Mon 2 June | 🕦 11:30–12:30
Open to community partners, researchers & lived experts. Let’s fund work that tackles dementia care inequalities.
Register here: bit.ly/4morQEJ
📅 Mon 2 June | 🕦 11:30–12:30
Open to community partners, researchers & lived experts. Let’s fund work that tackles dementia care inequalities.
Register here: bit.ly/4morQEJ
#DementiaActionWeek
🦋 Workstream 4: Self-care for family carers
Spotlight on Butterflies Memory Loss Support in Hull – creating space for carers to connect & recharge.
💜 Carers are unsung heroes and they deserve spaces where they are heard, supported and empowered.
📍 www.butterflies.org.uk
🦋 Workstream 4: Self-care for family carers
Spotlight on Butterflies Memory Loss Support in Hull – creating space for carers to connect & recharge.
💜 Carers are unsung heroes and they deserve spaces where they are heard, supported and empowered.
📍 www.butterflies.org.uk
Butterflies - Memory Loss Support Group
The Butterflies support group helps memory loss fighters get the vital support they need. We are here to help · Make a donation today!
www.butterflies.org.uk
May 22, 2025 at 3:47 PM
#DementiaActionWeek
🦋 Workstream 4: Self-care for family carers
Spotlight on Butterflies Memory Loss Support in Hull – creating space for carers to connect & recharge.
💜 Carers are unsung heroes and they deserve spaces where they are heard, supported and empowered.
📍 www.butterflies.org.uk
🦋 Workstream 4: Self-care for family carers
Spotlight on Butterflies Memory Loss Support in Hull – creating space for carers to connect & recharge.
💜 Carers are unsung heroes and they deserve spaces where they are heard, supported and empowered.
📍 www.butterflies.org.uk
#DementiaActionWeek
🐛 Workstream 3: Addressing inequalities in dementia care
📚 Spotlight: Reading Well for dementia – an inclusive initiative tackling inequalities through free UK library access, e-books, audiobooks, and other resources.
⭐ Learn more: readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/
🐛 Workstream 3: Addressing inequalities in dementia care
📚 Spotlight: Reading Well for dementia – an inclusive initiative tackling inequalities through free UK library access, e-books, audiobooks, and other resources.
⭐ Learn more: readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/
readingagency.org.uk
May 21, 2025 at 2:06 PM
#DementiaActionWeek
🐛 Workstream 3: Addressing inequalities in dementia care
📚 Spotlight: Reading Well for dementia – an inclusive initiative tackling inequalities through free UK library access, e-books, audiobooks, and other resources.
⭐ Learn more: readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/
🐛 Workstream 3: Addressing inequalities in dementia care
📚 Spotlight: Reading Well for dementia – an inclusive initiative tackling inequalities through free UK library access, e-books, audiobooks, and other resources.
⭐ Learn more: readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/
Reposted by EMPOWER Dementia Network +
A new approach to care is making dementia support better for people in Suffolk, after people came forward to share their experiences with Healthwatch Suffolk - www.healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2025-05...
May 21, 2025 at 7:29 AM
A new approach to care is making dementia support better for people in Suffolk, after people came forward to share their experiences with Healthwatch Suffolk - www.healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2025-05...
#DementiaActionWeek
🦟 Workstream 2: Innovating inclusive research approaches
Spotlight on ⭐ Dementia Enquirers ⭐ who put people with dementia in the driving seat - leading their own research, shaping what matters to them.
📘 Gold Standards for Co-Research: bit.ly/4jhDHBz
#inclusiveresearch
🦟 Workstream 2: Innovating inclusive research approaches
Spotlight on ⭐ Dementia Enquirers ⭐ who put people with dementia in the driving seat - leading their own research, shaping what matters to them.
📘 Gold Standards for Co-Research: bit.ly/4jhDHBz
#inclusiveresearch
bit.ly
May 20, 2025 at 3:42 PM
#DementiaActionWeek
🦟 Workstream 2: Innovating inclusive research approaches
Spotlight on ⭐ Dementia Enquirers ⭐ who put people with dementia in the driving seat - leading their own research, shaping what matters to them.
📘 Gold Standards for Co-Research: bit.ly/4jhDHBz
#inclusiveresearch
🦟 Workstream 2: Innovating inclusive research approaches
Spotlight on ⭐ Dementia Enquirers ⭐ who put people with dementia in the driving seat - leading their own research, shaping what matters to them.
📘 Gold Standards for Co-Research: bit.ly/4jhDHBz
#inclusiveresearch
Reposted by EMPOWER Dementia Network +
‘How to Catch Ageism’ Series – No 1: Language
Join us for our free online workshop w/ Canopy
10 June, 11am - 12.30pm BST
Sign up now!
👇👇👇
shorturl.at/Hi64W
Join us for our free online workshop w/ Canopy
10 June, 11am - 12.30pm BST
Sign up now!
👇👇👇
shorturl.at/Hi64W
May 19, 2025 at 11:01 AM
‘How to Catch Ageism’ Series – No 1: Language
Join us for our free online workshop w/ Canopy
10 June, 11am - 12.30pm BST
Sign up now!
👇👇👇
shorturl.at/Hi64W
Join us for our free online workshop w/ Canopy
10 June, 11am - 12.30pm BST
Sign up now!
👇👇👇
shorturl.at/Hi64W
#DementiaActionWeek
🦜 Workstream 1: Meaningful engagement of underrepresented groups
Spotlight on ⭐ My House of Memories⭐: an app co-created with people living with dementia. It brings together digital objects from across cultures and decades.
📱iOS: bit.ly/3SIOVnK
📱Google Play: bit.ly/3FazP7u
🦜 Workstream 1: Meaningful engagement of underrepresented groups
Spotlight on ⭐ My House of Memories⭐: an app co-created with people living with dementia. It brings together digital objects from across cultures and decades.
📱iOS: bit.ly/3SIOVnK
📱Google Play: bit.ly/3FazP7u
My House of Memories
Has your life been touched by dementia? Download My House of Memories today and start exploring the past together with family, friends and carers.
Look through pictures of inspiring objects from a r...
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May 19, 2025 at 2:02 PM
#DementiaActionWeek
🦜 Workstream 1: Meaningful engagement of underrepresented groups
Spotlight on ⭐ My House of Memories⭐: an app co-created with people living with dementia. It brings together digital objects from across cultures and decades.
📱iOS: bit.ly/3SIOVnK
📱Google Play: bit.ly/3FazP7u
🦜 Workstream 1: Meaningful engagement of underrepresented groups
Spotlight on ⭐ My House of Memories⭐: an app co-created with people living with dementia. It brings together digital objects from across cultures and decades.
📱iOS: bit.ly/3SIOVnK
📱Google Play: bit.ly/3FazP7u
✨ It’s #DementiaActionWeek! We’re celebrating work across the EMPOWER Dementia Network+, focusing each day on a key theme:
🦜 Mon: Engaging underrepresented groups
🦟 Tue: Inclusive research
🐛 Wed: Inequalities in care
🦋 Thu: Carer self-care
🐞 Fri: Digital inclusion
Stay tuned! #dementiacare #empower
🦜 Mon: Engaging underrepresented groups
🦟 Tue: Inclusive research
🐛 Wed: Inequalities in care
🦋 Thu: Carer self-care
🐞 Fri: Digital inclusion
Stay tuned! #dementiacare #empower
May 19, 2025 at 1:45 PM
✨ It’s #DementiaActionWeek! We’re celebrating work across the EMPOWER Dementia Network+, focusing each day on a key theme:
🦜 Mon: Engaging underrepresented groups
🦟 Tue: Inclusive research
🐛 Wed: Inequalities in care
🦋 Thu: Carer self-care
🐞 Fri: Digital inclusion
Stay tuned! #dementiacare #empower
🦜 Mon: Engaging underrepresented groups
🦟 Tue: Inclusive research
🐛 Wed: Inequalities in care
🦋 Thu: Carer self-care
🐞 Fri: Digital inclusion
Stay tuned! #dementiacare #empower
🌟 Join us on June 2 2025, 11:30–12:30 for the launch of the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund!
💡 Apply for funding to co-produce inclusive dementia research tackling inequalities in care.
🔗 Register here: lnkd.in/er7HCJBW
#DementiaResearch #FundingOpportunity #Inclusivity
💡 Apply for funding to co-produce inclusive dementia research tackling inequalities in care.
🔗 Register here: lnkd.in/er7HCJBW
#DementiaResearch #FundingOpportunity #Inclusivity
May 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🌟 Join us on June 2 2025, 11:30–12:30 for the launch of the EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Small Research Projects Fund!
💡 Apply for funding to co-produce inclusive dementia research tackling inequalities in care.
🔗 Register here: lnkd.in/er7HCJBW
#DementiaResearch #FundingOpportunity #Inclusivity
💡 Apply for funding to co-produce inclusive dementia research tackling inequalities in care.
🔗 Register here: lnkd.in/er7HCJBW
#DementiaResearch #FundingOpportunity #Inclusivity
We are pleased to share that INTERDEM has featured our network on their blog: Introducing the EMPOWER Dementia Network Plus: Empowering a Meaningful Life for All
Read more about our work and vision in INTERDEM’s blog: interdem.org?p=9151
#dementiacare #coproduction #INTERDEM
Read more about our work and vision in INTERDEM’s blog: interdem.org?p=9151
#dementiacare #coproduction #INTERDEM
April 24, 2025 at 12:24 PM
We are pleased to share that INTERDEM has featured our network on their blog: Introducing the EMPOWER Dementia Network Plus: Empowering a Meaningful Life for All
Read more about our work and vision in INTERDEM’s blog: interdem.org?p=9151
#dementiacare #coproduction #INTERDEM
Read more about our work and vision in INTERDEM’s blog: interdem.org?p=9151
#dementiacare #coproduction #INTERDEM
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A great #PolicyLab for @empowerdementianet.bsky.social yesterday with a fabulous network of people. "Reducing health inequalities for people with dementia who need greater support." A big question but with some practical actions for the network's next steps...
March 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM
A great #PolicyLab for @empowerdementianet.bsky.social yesterday with a fabulous network of people. "Reducing health inequalities for people with dementia who need greater support." A big question but with some practical actions for the network's next steps...
Reposted by EMPOWER Dementia Network +
🧠 A great question landed in our Solutions Lab: Can co-researchers with lived experience help analyse interview transcripts ethically? Dr Victoria Shepherd shares her expert advice 👇 #CoProduction #ResearchEthics @vickylshepherd.bsky.social
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/privacy-meet...
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/privacy-meet...
April 22, 2025 at 6:59 PM
🧠 A great question landed in our Solutions Lab: Can co-researchers with lived experience help analyse interview transcripts ethically? Dr Victoria Shepherd shares her expert advice 👇 #CoProduction #ResearchEthics @vickylshepherd.bsky.social
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/privacy-meet...
www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/privacy-meet...
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A new taking part opportunity!!! Can you help Charlotte investigating how building design can aid health and wellbeing of people with dementia www.dementiavoices.org.uk/deep-groups-...
Building design and health and well-being for individuals living with dementia. - DEEP
A request from Charlotte at Reading Uninversity Your project: I am currently undertaking a dissertation that investigates how building design can actively promote health and well-being for individuals...
www.dementiavoices.org.uk
April 8, 2025 at 7:51 AM
A new taking part opportunity!!! Can you help Charlotte investigating how building design can aid health and wellbeing of people with dementia www.dementiavoices.org.uk/deep-groups-...
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Hello Bluesky! 👋
Welcome to The ACE Study, funded by @nihr.bsky.social
Between 2025-2027, we’re hearing the experiences of African & Caribbean people – who are experiencing memory problems – of seeking support, and observing existing care provision
Find out more 👇
www.uwl.ac.uk/research/res...
Welcome to The ACE Study, funded by @nihr.bsky.social
Between 2025-2027, we’re hearing the experiences of African & Caribbean people – who are experiencing memory problems – of seeking support, and observing existing care provision
Find out more 👇
www.uwl.ac.uk/research/res...
The African and Caribbean Elders (ACE) study | University of West London
The African and Caribbean Elders (ACE) study: Understanding the support needs of African and African-Caribbean people living with dementia and their care partners and families: identifying inclusive s...
www.uwl.ac.uk
April 10, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Hello Bluesky! 👋
Welcome to The ACE Study, funded by @nihr.bsky.social
Between 2025-2027, we’re hearing the experiences of African & Caribbean people – who are experiencing memory problems – of seeking support, and observing existing care provision
Find out more 👇
www.uwl.ac.uk/research/res...
Welcome to The ACE Study, funded by @nihr.bsky.social
Between 2025-2027, we’re hearing the experiences of African & Caribbean people – who are experiencing memory problems – of seeking support, and observing existing care provision
Find out more 👇
www.uwl.ac.uk/research/res...
Last week, we hosted a Policy Lab focused how can we reduce the most significant inequalities in care for people living with dementia and their families who need greater support. Thank you everyone for contributing to such an impactful day of meaningful discussions and actionable insights.
April 1, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Last week, we hosted a Policy Lab focused how can we reduce the most significant inequalities in care for people living with dementia and their families who need greater support. Thank you everyone for contributing to such an impactful day of meaningful discussions and actionable insights.
The EMPOWER Network is synthesising insights from our UK-wide co-creation workshops, where people affected by dementia share what excellent, inclusive care looks like.
Our vision: a values-driven, person-centred & sustainable system that removes barriers, tackles stigma, and leaves no one behind.
Our vision: a values-driven, person-centred & sustainable system that removes barriers, tackles stigma, and leaves no one behind.
March 6, 2025 at 10:29 AM
The EMPOWER Network is synthesising insights from our UK-wide co-creation workshops, where people affected by dementia share what excellent, inclusive care looks like.
Our vision: a values-driven, person-centred & sustainable system that removes barriers, tackles stigma, and leaves no one behind.
Our vision: a values-driven, person-centred & sustainable system that removes barriers, tackles stigma, and leaves no one behind.