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I am a critical gerontologist and a health services and policy researcher. My research program is broadly focused on health equity, aging, and stigma in institutional, community and home care settings. In my research I draw on critical theories and methods of inquiry from across diverse fields of study to analyze the intersection of lived experiences of care with policies, practices, and philosophies. AGE-WELL Funded ProjectsOutputs
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| Personal and Environmental Factors Influence Survivors' Participation in Activities One-year Post-stroke: A Mixed Method Study Brock University, Baycrest Health Sciences | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-10-01 | Alisa Grigorovich, Gary Naglie, Gignac M, Huijbregts M, Silver F, Bayley M, Cheung A, Hoch J, Finestone H, Grace Warner, Phillips S, Green T, Weir N, Suddes M, Cameron JI | | Overlooked and invisible: The experiences of young adults caring for stroke survivors AGE-WELL NCE Inc | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-09-01 | | | Negotiating sexuality in home care settings: Older lesbian and bisexual women’s experiences AGE-WELL NCE Inc | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-09-01 | | | Quality of care in home care settings: Older lesbian and bisexual women’s perspectives Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-04-01 | | | Restricted participation in stroke caregivers: Who is at risk? Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-03-01 | | | Restricted access: Older lesbian and bisexual women’s experiences with home care services Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-12-01 | | | Long-term care for older lesbian and bisexual women: an analysis of current research and policy Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2013-10-01 | | | Impact of posttraumatic stress disorder and depression on neuropsychological functioning in electrical injury survivors Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2013-02-01 | | | ‘Pregnant with meaning’: An Analysis of media and online response to Thomas Beatie and his pregnancy Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-09-01 | | | Transdisciplinary Research and Innovation: Improving Development and Uptake of Technologies to Support Persons with DementiaCC3 T-WORK AGE-WELL NCE Inc, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-07-22 | | | The TREAT scale: A reflexive tool for transdisciplinary working in aging and technology researchCC3 T-WORK AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-23 | | | Supporting Development of Assistive Technologies for Older Adults through Transdisciplinary Research and Innovation: A Literature Review . CC3 T-WORK AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-11-03 | | | Supporting transdisciplinary working in aging and technology: the case of AGE-WELL. CC3 T-WORK AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-10-24 | | | Enhancing development and uptake of technologies for older persons using a transdisciplinary approach. 1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-10-20 | | | AGE-WELL and transdisciplinarity: Advancing the field of aging and technologyCC3 T-WORK AGE-WELL NCE Inc, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-11-15 | | | The TREAT scale: a reflexive tool for transdisciplinary working in aging and technology research1.3 OA-INVOLVE AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-23 | | | Facilitators and Barriers to Transdisciplinary Working in Aging and Technology Research: An exploration of Experiences in a Pan-Canadian Research NetworkOral presentation: Symposium, Strategies for Development of Canadian Research and Policy in Aging. 46th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting of the Canadian Association on Gerontology, 19-21st, October, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-19 | | | The TREAT scale: A reflexive tool for transdisciplinary working in aging and technology researchPaper for the International Association of Geriatrics and Gerontology 2017 World Congress, July 23-27, 2017, San Francisco, California.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-23 | | | Transdisciplinary Game Night: An innovative knowledge strategy to support transdisciplinary research. Toronto Rehabilitation Research Day, 27th October, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-27 | | | Experiences of transdisciplinary working in a Pan-Canadian network on ageing and technology: Integrating transdisciplinary principles into research1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-09-07 | | | Defining and evaluating transdisciplinary research: implications for aging and technologyCC3 T-WORK Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-14 | | | Report on 2017 outreachCC3 T-WORK AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-08-27 | | | Transdisciplinary research in aging and technology: Experiences from a pan-Canadian research networkCC3 T-WORK Research Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-11-01 | | | Transdisciplinary research in aging and technology: Experiences from a pan-Canadian research networkPresented at the Gerontological Society of America 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting, Boston, Massachusetts, United States. 1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-11-17 | | | Factors Affecting the Implementation, Use, and Adoption of Real-Time Location System Technology for Persons Living With Cognitive Disabilities in Long-term Care Homes: Systematic ReviewJournal paper published with JMIR (Journal of Medical Internet Research)
Grigorovich A, Kulandaivelu Y, Newman K, Bianchi A, Khan SS, Iaboni A, McMurray J
Factors Affecting the Implementation, Use, and Adoption of Real-Time Location System Technology for Persons Living With Cognitive Disabilities in Long-term Care Homes: Systematic Review. J Med Internet Res 2021;23(1):e22831
DOI: 10.2196/22831
PMID: 33470949AWCRP-2020-02 Brock University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Wilfrid Laurier University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | Qualitative meta-synthesis of survivors’ work experiences and the development of strategies to facilitate return to work Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-07-01 | Stergiou-Kita M, Alisa Grigorovich, Tseung V, Milosevic E, Debbie Hebert, Steven Phan, Jones J | | Community reintegration following a total joint replacement: A Pilot study Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-06-01 | | | Development of an inter-professional clinical practice guideline for vocational evaluation following severe burn Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-02-01 | | | Guidelines for vocational evaluation following burns: Integrated review of relevant process and factors Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2013-02-01 | | | Gender, work, and health for trans health providers: a focus on transmen Brock University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2012-01-01 | | | Developing Technologies for Older Persons using a Transdisciplinary ApproachCC3 T-WORK University of Dundee, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-11-04 | | | Facilitators and Barriers to Transdiciplinary Working in Aging and Technology Research: An exploration of experiences in a Pan-Canadian Research networkCC3 T-WORK Research AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-20 | | | Transdisciplinary Working in Aging and Technology Research and Development: Contradictions, Tensions and Best PracticesCC3 T-WORK Research AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-18 | | | Knowledge translation: Using research-based drama and animation to improve TBI care1.3 OA-INVOLVE Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Leadership | 2018-05-22 | | | Knowledge translation: Using research-based drama and animation to improve TBI care1.3 OA-INVOLVE Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-05-22 | | | Using research-based film to foster exercise for wellness in hemodialysis care for older adults1.3 OA-INVOLVE Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-08-08 | | | Embodiment, relationality, and citizenship: A new perspective on musicality and dementia1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-20 | | | Using theatre to challenge dementia stigma and foster relationality1.3 OA-INVOLVE Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-20 | | | Facilitators and Barriers to Transdisciplinary Working in Aging and Technology Research: An Exploration of Experiences in a Pan-Canadian Research Network1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research Simon Fraser University, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-20 | | | Integrating brain injury, mental health, and addictions research program. 1.3 OA-INVOLVE AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-05-25 | "Chan, V., Balogh, R., ", Alisa Grigorovich, "Haag, L., Kirsh, B ", Pia Kontos, "Mann, R., Matheson, F., Nalder, E., Riopelle, R., Wiseman-Hakes, C., Colantonio, A. " | | An exploration of experiences of transdisciplinary research in aging and technologyAbstract: Transdisciplinary research (TDR) involves academics/scientists collaborating with stakeholders from diverse disciplinary and sectoral backgrounds. While TDR has been recognized as beneficial in generating innovative solutions to complex social problems, knowledge is limited about researchers' perceptions and experiences of TDR in the aging and technology field. We conducted a qualitative study to address this knowledge gap by exploring how members of a pan-Canadian research network on aging and technology perceived and experienced TDR. Thirty members participated in semi-structured interviews. Interview data were analyzed thematically. Participants identified benefits that can be gained from implementing TDR, including mutual learning, improved capacity to understand and solve problems, and community engagement and empowerment. Participants also identified challenges to implementing TDR: communication issues and conflicting priorities among team members; tensions between traditional and TDR approaches; and difficulties identifying partners and developing partnerships. In addition, contradictions between TDR principles and participants' understanding of them became apparent. Nevertheless, some participants described successful strategies for implementing transdisciplinary principles in their projects: stakeholder engagement; language and goal sharing; and open, respectful communication. We offer recommendations to support TDR in aging and technology that focus on education and reform of the culture and values that can constrain efforts to practice TDR.
Wada, Mineko; Grigorovich, Alisa; Fang, Mei Lan; Sixsmith, Judith & Kontos, Pia (2020). An Exploration of Experiences of Transdisciplinary Research in Aging and Technology [66 paragraphs]. Forum Qualitative Sozialforschung / Forum: Qualitative Social Research, 21(1), Art. 12, http://dx.doi.org/10.17169/fqs-21.1.3332. CC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2020-01-28 | | | Enhancing Knowledge Mobilization and Commercial Outcomes in Aging and TechnologyCC3 T-WORK Simon Fraser University, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-07-23 | | | Enhancing Aging and Technology Research Outcomes: A Transdiscplinary Approach towards Successful Commercialization in AGE-WELL.CC2 TECH-TRANS, CC3 T-WORK University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-10-18 | | | Enhancing Aging and Technology Research Outcomes: A Transdiscplinary Approach towards Successful Commercialization in AGE-WELLCC2 TECH-TRANS, CC3 T-WORK University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-10-20 | | | Enhancing Knowledge Mobilization and Commercial Outcomes in Aging and TechnologyPaper for the International Association of Geriatrics and Gerontology World Congress, July 23-27, 2017, San Francisco, California.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto, University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-23 | | | Challenges of implementing transdisciplinary working in aging and technology researchObjective: Adopting transdisciplinary working (TDW) in research is crucial for addressing ‘wicked’ problems such as developing useful and usable technologies for older adults as this requires new knowledge production and innovation through collaboration among scientists from diverse disciplines and various experiential stakeholders (e.g., older adults, industry, policy makers). Given the scant research to date on using and applying TDW in this context, this study explored perceptions and experiences of TDW within a pan-Canadian Network of Centres of Excellence on aging and technology. Methods: Thirty network members from various disciplinary and research backgrounds participated in semi-structured interviews on their experience with teamwork and collaboration. Interview data were thematically analyzed drawing on Giddens’ structuration theory. Findings: In our analysis we identified key challenges experienced in implementing TDW. At the individual level, researchers’ lack of time and effort was a common hindrance cited by participants. At the team and project level, challenges included finding appropriate research partners, communication, tensions with network members favouring a traditional approach and those valuing TDW, and difficulties with evaluating TDW. At the system level, academic and organizational expectations were identified as counter to the principles of TDW. Conclusions: We discuss how the traditional research arena is structured to promote individualism, hierarchy, and competition over collaboration and team-based research, the latter of which are central to TDW. Such a system supports a traditional approach to research and encourages researchers to sustain it. Strategies for addressing the identified challenges are suggested in order to better foster TDW within the network.CC3 T-WORK Research University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-20 | | | Perceived benefits of incorporating transdisciplinary working into research on aging and technologyObjective: Transdisciplinary working (TDW) aims to address real-world problems through cross-disciplinary and cross-sectoral collaboration in research. In the field of aging and technology, TDW is crucial because developing appropriate and useful technologies involves understanding and addressing real-world problems faced by older adults. Further, this requires the creation of new knowledge by integrating and transcending diverse disciplinary and sectoral knowledge and perspectives (e.g., of older adults, industry, policy-makers). This study explored how members of a pan-Canadian Network of Centres of Excellence in aging and technology understood and enagaged in TDW research, with particular focus on the perceived benefits of TDW. Methods: We conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 network members with diverse disciplinary and sectoral backgrounds and network roles and analysed the interview data thematically. Findings: Participants who incorporated some TDW principles into their research identified important benefits gained from doing so. At an individual level, it creates opportunities for researchers, trainees, and students to learn from each other about new theories, methodologies, and perspectives. At the team and project level, adopting TDW principles expands a team’s capacity to holistically understand and address problems, which was perceived as leading to better research outcomes. At a community level, integrating TDW principles empowers older adults and other communitybased stakeholders through their involvement in research and technology development. Despite these perceived benefits, many participants did not fully implement TDW in their research. Conclusions: We discuss the discrepancy between participants’ perceived benefits and implementation of TDW. Strategies for mitigating barriers to implementing TDW will be suggested.CC3 T-WORK Research University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-20 | | | Everything you wanted to know about Transdisciplinary Working but were afraid to ask - CC ALLEY, Transdisciplinary ResourcesAGE-WELL’s 4th Annual Conference, October 16 – 18, 2018, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.CC3 T-WORK Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-17 | | | TicTacTDR: A digital educational game about transdisciplinary researchThis Drinks N’ Demos exhibition at AGE-WELL’s 4th Annual Conference (Vancouver, BC) showcased a new digital educational game developed by the CC3 Transdiscplinary Working team in collaboration with WP4. Entitled “TicTacTDR”, this is a trivia-based game that supports multi-player engagement and enhances learning about and implementation of transdisciplinary research (TDR). Created specifically for AGE-WELL members, it is a great resource for individual learning or as part of training sessions and stakeholder engagement events. This game will be demonstrated during the Drinks N’ Demos session and the CC3 team members will be available to answer any questions and provide guidance on the applications of its use.CC3 T-WORK Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-16 | | | Perceived benefits of incorporating transdisciplinary working into research on aging and technologyPresented at the Canadian Association on Gerontology 47th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.1.3 OA-INVOLVE University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-20 | | | Home Care MeetingSMARTech Home Support team meetingAWCRP-2020-11 Dalhousie University, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Northwood Inc., Novalte Inc. | Networking and Partnerships | 2021-05-27 | | | Transdisciplinary Resources for Real World Impact: The What, The Why, The HowLunch ’N’ Learn. Age-Well’s 3rd Annual Conference, Services, and Policies for Healthy Aging, October 17 – 19, 2017, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-17 | | | CC ALLEY, Transdisciplinary Resources.AGE-WELL’s 3rd Annual Conference, Services, and Policies for Healthy Aging, October 17 – 19, 2017, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, AGE-WELL NCE Inc, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-17 | | | Doing transdisciplinarity: Promising practices in aging and technology research and developmentCC3 T-WORK University of Dundee, Toronto Rehab Institute, University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Rehab Institute/University of Toronto, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2020-02-06 | |
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