Socially Inclusive Ageing across the Life-course

Socially Inclusive Ageing across the Life-course

The session discusses a 3-year study on Socially Inclusive Ageing, focusing on lifelong disability, racially minoritised ethnic groups etc.

By Brunel University London

Date and time

Tue, 28 May 2024 15:00 - 17:00 GMT+1

Location

Brunel University London

Kingston Lane Uxbridge UB8 3PH United Kingdom

About this event

  • 2 hours

If we aim to provide better health and social care services for older people, we need to get away from one-dimensional approaches that do not look beyond age or illness and disability. At this session we present early findings from a 3-year study on Socially Inclusive Ageing across the Life-course (SIAL).

Our focus is on three groups of older people that are sometimes overlooked:

  • People ageing with a lifelong disability or significant health condition
  • People from racially minoritised ethnic groups
  • People who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or trans LGBTQ+

We will explain what we can learn about these groups from large-scale surveys. We will also present spoken word, video and text clips from interviews we have carried out with older people about ageing and their experience of health and social care services.

We will explore the complexities of aspects of identity including ethnicity, sexuality, gender identity and age. We want to help practitioners in health, social care and allied professions understand how identity affects inequalities and how we can use this understanding to develop the kinds of services older people from minority groups tell us they want.

This event takes place in the same location as the Ageing Research Showcase, starting at 10am. Please register separately for that event.

This event is part of the Brunel Research Festival, which returns this May for a packed programme of online and in-person activities, celebrating how Brunel's research is changing society for the better. Free and open to all.

Explore the programme: brunel.ac.uk/brf

Frequently asked questions

Is this venue accessible?

All venues at Brunel are widely accessible. More information on our venue accessibility is available via the AccessAble website. https://www.accessable.co.uk/brunel-university-london. Feel free to contact us at researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk . Do let us know on the day if you need assistance.

Can I attend online?

We would love to see you on campus. Please contact us to enquire: researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk

Does the venue have a hearing loop?

Please contact us for further information: researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk

Is there a Quiet Room I can use?

Yes, there is a dedicated Quiet Room on campus and often nearby rooms that are available. Feel free to contact us at researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk

I need to bring a carer, am I able to attend?

We are happy to reserve seats together to ensure that you and your carer can sit together throughout the event, if required. Please let us know when booking your ticket. You can contact us at researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk

I have a guide dog, am I able to attend?

Yes - please let us know when booking your ticket. You can contact us at researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk

Is there a minimum age to attend?

All ages are welcome for this event but anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Feel free to contact us at researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk if you have any queries.

How do I get to the venue?

Detailed instructions will be provided by email to attendees, but please find general information here: brunel.ac.uk/about/finding-us

Will there be filming or photography at the event?

Filming and/or photography will be taking place and clear signage will be displayed across the site. Footage and images are used to further the reach of our events. Those not wishing to be included in any footage should notify staff at the event.

I have a query that hasn't been answered - who should I contact?

Feel free to contact us at researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk or speak with a member of staff on arrival

Can I book for a large group?

Please contact us via researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk.

Is there accessible parking nearby?

The nearest Blue Badge carparking is within 200 metres of the entrance. All parking during working hours requires an e-permit. Please contact us to request and for further information: researchengagement@brunel.ac.uk

Organised by

Brunel University London

Brunel University London is a modern, forward thinking University based in Hillingdon in the west of London. We are heavily involved with our local community and run a wide range of events throughout the year that members of the public can get involved with, from public lectures on our research, to charity fundraising events and foreign language courses.