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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 14h

On #RemembranceDay, we honour and remember the military and civilian lives lost to war, and the families who hold their stories. Working alongside older adults and care partners, we are reminded every day of the power of memory and community.

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Dr Lillian @nurselillian.bsky.social · 19h

Flying to Boston #GSA2025, 2 papers, an invited president symposium, 6 posters @idea.nursing.ubc.ca @ubc-vnursing.bsky.social 🥳 🤩 Excited to see friends and colleagues

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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute @vchresearch.bsky.social · 17h

Featured in Canadian Healthcare Technology, a new study by VCHRI researcher Dr. Lillian Hung reveals how accessible, AI-enabled robot companions foster emotional engagement & social connection for residents of long-term care homes: ow.ly/gHZ850XnXP5

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Dr Lillian @nurselillian.bsky.social · 3d

So happy to provide the keynote for the Crest conference to inspire practice based research @providencehealthcare.org stories of patient oriented research conducted @ubc-vnursing.bsky.social @idea.nursing.ubc.ca

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 4d

Congrats Kayoung and team!

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Jeffrey Wong @jeffrey.cspsc.ca · 4d

New #nursesky pub alert! Our research team at @idea.nursing.ubc.ca (led by @nurselillian.bsky.social) captured perspectives of people living with dementia and family partners on the potential, limitations, and ethics of implementing #LOVOT in long-term care homes:

Perspectives on artificial intelligence-enabled socially assistive robots in long-term care: Experiences with LOVOT among people with dementia and family caregivers - Kayoung Lee, Joey Oi Yee Wong, Ka...

Objective Artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled Socially Assistive Robots (SARs) are reshaping dementia care in long-term care (LTC) settings. This critical refl...

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 4d

New paper in @PLOSOne.org 🦊🎮

Our team, led by Dr. Lillian Hung (@nurselillian.bsky.social) studied a gamified cycling game in a Canadian long-term care home.

Participants shared that it was easy to use, engaging, and supported physical & mental well-being. Learn more:

Feasibility and acceptability of gamified cycling exercise for residents in a long-term care home: A qualitative study

Gamification can motivate older adults to exercise by transforming physical activities into enjoyable experiences. Incorporating gaming elements in cycling exercises can foster a sense of interest and...

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 4d

Thanks for sharing!

UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 5d

Our thematic analysis of student-facilitated silent-disco in LTC found three themes: intergenerational togetherness, inclusion via personalized music, and stronger social bonds with twice-weekly parties. Read our brief report in JAMDA:

Music Moves: Intergenerational Silent Disco Parties in Long-Term Care

Older adults in long-term care (LTC) often experience loneliness and social isolation. This study explores the experiences of residents participating …

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Dr Lillian @nurselillian.bsky.social · 15d

New pub @idea.nursing.ubc.ca @ubcappliedscience.bsky.social link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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Dr Lillian @nurselillian.bsky.social · 16d

We presented 2 presentations, won the best demo award at AgeWELL conference; then presented 13 presentations at CAG. What a blast @idea.nursing.ubc.ca @ubc-vnursing.bsky.social @ubcappliedscience.bsky.social

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Jeffrey Wong @jeffrey.cspsc.ca · 16d

Great week of learning and connecting at #CAG_2025 in Montréal with @nurselillian.bsky.social and the @idea.nursing.ubc.ca team. Presented posters on a seated dance pilot in LTC and a scoping review on social support for 2S/LGBTQ+ older adults in Canada :)

Jeffrey Wong stands smiling in a cream sweater and CAG 2025 conference badge in front of two side-by-side posters on a grey board.

Group photo of the UBC IDEA Lab team smiling in the poster hall. From left to right: Yong Zhao, Jeffrey Wong, Yuka Ohno, Dr. Lillian Hung, Lily Haopu Ren, Joey Wong, and Albin Soni.

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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute @vchresearch.bsky.social · 23d

🤖 A new study led by VCHRI researcher Dr. Lillian Hung reveals how accessible, AI-enabled robot companions foster emotional engagement & social connection for residents of long-term care homes:

Fostering connection in long-term care with the help of social robots

Uncover the unique benefits of social robots as companions for the elderly, promoting joy and imagination in care settings.

ow.ly

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 26d

Happening right now: @nurselillian.bsky.social joins Dr. Bernie Garrett, Prof. Ash Scott, and Dr. Charlene Chu at the @ubc-vnursing.bsky.social Marion Woodward Symposium 2025, sharing opportunities, ethical issues, and strategies on AI implementation in nursing practice & education #nursesky

Five panelists seated on stage in front of a large purple screen displaying ‘The Future of Nursing in the Age of AI – Marion Woodward Lecture & Symposium 2025, The University of British Columbia, School of Nursing.’ From left to right: Dr. Emily Jenkins (chair), Dr. Bernie Garrett, Dr. Lillian Hung speaking into a microphone, Prof. Ash Scott, and Dr. Charlene Chu, who later delivered the keynote lecture.

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 26d

Also pictured: our PhD students Lily Haopu Ren (left), recipient of the UBC Spring Graduate Student Award, and Joey Wong (right), recipient of a BC Registered Nurses Foundation (BCRNF) award for academic excellence in nursing. Congratulations to all!

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 27d

Congratulations to Dr. Karen L. Y. Wong on successfully defending her PhD at UBC Social Work.

A long-time member of the IDEA Lab, Dr. Wong led many projects advancing senior care—from dementia-friendly TV study to reducing antipsychotic use in long-term care. We’re so proud.

Dr. Karen L.Y. Wong stands smiling outside the UBC Thea Koerner House Graduate Student Centre holding a bouquet of flowers, with PhD students Lily Ren (left) and Joey Wong (right) beside her.

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · 28d

IDEA Lab members Isis Kelly dos Santos, Peter Zhao, Joey Wong, and @jeffrey.cspsc.ca joined @agingsmart.bsky.social’s Lunch & Learn today with Prof. Maureen Ashe on social prescribing and social support for older adults. Thanks for hosting!

Jeffrey Wong @jeffrey.cspsc.ca · 28d

Great discussion (and pizza) at @agingsmart.bsky.social’s Lunch & Learn on #SocialPrescribing and social supports for older adults in rural Canada with Prof. Maureen Ashe.

Presentation slide on social prescribing with Prof. Maureen Ashe speaking via Zoom during a Centre of Aging SMART Lunch & Learn.

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · Oct 9

Thank you to our health and community partners for making this workshop series possible: DIVERSEcity BC, @mosaicbc.bsky.social, @successcanada.bsky.social, Burnaby Neighbourhood House, and @fraserhealth.ca (2/2).

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · Oct 9

Full house at our C2 South Asian & Chinese community Healthy Aging workshops this week.

Led by Margaret Lin, PhD student @ubc-vnursing.bsky.social, older adults, families, health and community partners shared stories and set priorities for inclusive, integrated care across @fraserhealth.ca (1/2).

South Asian community Healthy Aging workshop participants sit at round tables while a facilitator presents a slide titled “Knowledge Exchange — Summary,” with flip-charts and workshop materials in the background.

Margaret Lin (left) and Joey Wong (right) smiling with microphones while facilitating the Chinese community Healthy Aging workshop.

At a round table, a facilitator leans over a large worksheet as older adults and partners discuss; with sticky notes, pens, and water bottles scattered across.

Packed room with multiple round tables of Chinese community members in small-group discussions; a screen displays “Small Group Discussion” in English and Chinese.

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · Oct 4

What should a hospital VR program look like for older adults living with dementia?

New paper led by PhD student Lily Haopu Ren maps the expectations of patient partners, families, staff, and care leaders on co-designing person-centred VR programs in hospital settings:

Expectations of a virtual reality program for older adults with dementia in hospitals: Perspectives of patient partners, families, staff, and care leaders - Lily Haopu Ren, Grace Yaqian Liu, Julia Nol...

Background Emerging evidence suggests that virtual reality (VR) technology can potentially improve the wellbeing of older adults living with dementia in hospita...

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · Oct 3

Proud moment today! Our research assistant @jeffrey.cspsc.ca and patient partner Lynn Jackson presented our poster “Co-Designing Immersive Virtual Reality With Indigenous Communities” at the TWU CREATE Conference 2025.

Jeffrey Wong and Lynn Jackson stand beside their poster “Co-Designing Immersive Virtual Reality With Indigenous Communities” at the TWU CREATE Conference 2025.

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Dr Lillian @nurselillian.bsky.social · Oct 2

Working at the University of South Bohemia today at the Dean’s office @idea.nursing.ubc.ca #ubc

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UBC IDEA Lab @idea.nursing.ubc.ca · Oct 2

Thanks for sharing!

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