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| Keywords: | aging, social isolation, technologies to connect people, technology for independent living, technology policy and the digital divide, theories and methods in aging and understanding the innovation, technologies, independent living, technology policy, digital divide, aging theories and methods, innovation process, innovation, AgeTech |
Dr. Andrew Sixsmith is one of the founding Scientific Directors of AGE-WELL from 2015-20, was the Associate Scientific Director of AGE-WELL from 2020-22, and he is currently an AGE-WELL Network Advisor. He is the Director of STAR (Science and Technology for Aging Research) Institute, and a Professor in the Department of Gerontology at Simon Fraser University (SFU). He is the past President of the International Society of Gerontechnology from 2014-2016 and was previously the Director of the Gerontology Research Centre and Deputy Director of the Interdisciplinary Research in the Mathematical and Computational Sciences (IRMACS) Centre at SFU.
Since 2000 he has developed research and teaching links with 26+ universities worldwide and has actively collaborated with over 30 major commercial and government organizations. Sixsmith received his doctorate from the University of London and was previously a lecturer at the University of Liverpool in the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Primary Care. His research interests include aging, social isolation, technologies to connect people, technology for independent living, technology policy and the digital divide, theories and methods in aging and understanding the innovation process. His work has involved him in a leadership and advisory role in numerous major international research projects and initiatives with academic, government and industry partners. AGE-WELL Funded ProjectsOutputs
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| Understanding contextual factors in falls in long-term care facilities Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2013-01-01 | | | Smart care technologies: Meeting whose needs?Other Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2000-01-01 | | | No place like home? Surveillance technologies and the meaning of home in old age2.1 INToCARE, 2.2 MovIT-PLUS, 8.1 AT-SELECT, 2.4 ATforCC Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2013-11-01 | | | Theorising the impact of surveillance technologies on older people2.1 INToCARE, 2.2 MovIT-PLUS, 8.1 AT-SELECT, 2.4 ATforCC Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2012-11-01 | | | Demographic and psychographic factors of social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic: the importance of technology confidenceOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-10-28 | | | Older people's use of digital technology during the COVID-19 pandemicOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2022-04-11 | | | AgeTech: Technology-Based Solutions for Aging SocietiesOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-07-01 | | | The engaged health researcher: why and how to use this bookOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | Thinking innovatively about innovation researchOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | Understanding the Product Innovation PathwayOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | An introduction to transdisciplinary workingOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | Learning activity: Taking the guesswork out of stakeholders-Creating an actor modelOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | Case study: Practical steps in transdisciplinary team working: the Enable-Age ProjectOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | Doing research ethicallyOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | Writing stuff for the real-worldOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | COVID-19 and AgeTech - Experiences and Implications Other KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, Independent, Independent (Older adult advisor), Dementia Advocacy Canada | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-02-10 | Andrew Sixsmith, Ron Beleno, "Olive Bryanton ", "Phil Davis ", "C Desai ", Burn Evans, Roger Marple, "Marjorie Moulton ", Lisa Poole, "Sherry Baker ", Dorina Simeonov | | The Future of AgeTech - Achievements and Future Directions in Technology to Support the Health, Independence and Participation of Older AdultsOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2023-03-14 | | | The nature and use of surveillance technologies in residential care2.1 INToCARE, 2.2 MovIT-PLUS, 5.2 PRED-FALL, 8.1 AT-SELECT, 2.4 ATforCC Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2013-06-01 | | | No place like home? Surveillance technologies and the meaning of home among older adults.2.1 INToCARE, 2.2 MovIT-PLUS, 8.1 AT-SELECT, 2.4 ATforCC KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-05-01 | | | The power(s) of observation: Theoretical perspectives on surveillance technologies and older people2.1 INToCARE, 2.2 MovIT-PLUS, 8.1 AT-SELECT, 2.4 ATforCC Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2013-11-01 | | | Canadian technology innovators' perspective on mild cognitive impairment: a focus group study1.2 TUNGSTEN KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-10-24 | | | AAL-WELL Knowledge CaféThe Ambient Assistive Living Technologies for Wellness, Engagement, and Long Life (AAL-WELL) project held a Knowledge Café event at a Retirement Concepts facility in Surrey, BC on September 24 of this year. The event was attended by approximately 30 people, primarily older adults from Retirement Concepts independent living residences, as well as participants from academic research, industry, and residential care. The AAL-WELL project is an international, transdisciplinary research project investigating how to design technology that better supports older adults with mild cognitive impairment (such as memory issues) to live well. It includes researchers from four universities: Simon Fraser University, University of Toronto, University of Sheffield (UK), and Karolinska Institutet (Sweden). The event was an opportunity for project members to present some of the work they have engaged in over the past two years, as well as share some of their findings. It was also an opportunity to ask key questions to the participants attending the event in order to generate discussion and receive feedback.
The discussion groups were presented with three questions: 1) Would you live in a smart home?, 2) How could technology support participation in activities outside the home?, and 3) How would you prefer to be involved in setting up supportive technology? The event provoked a great deal of discussion, with many different perspectives, opinions, and experiences shared in lively conversation. It was a good example of the value of building relationships between researchers and community partners. The AAL-WELL project members were able to present their ideas and discoveries to a diverse audience, while the community participants were able to have their voices heard and provide feedback to guide future stages of research. In the end, the high quality of insight generated through this knowledge café further cemented our belief that community outreach is a core part of being a truly engaged university.1.2 TUNGSTEN KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto | KTEE - Knowledge Mobilization | 2015-09-24 | Piper Jackson, Andrew Sixsmith, "Rahul Chhokar ", Arlene Astell, Alex Mihailidis, "Louise Nygård ", "Tim Gomersall ", "Annicka Hedman ", "Rajjeet Phull ", Amy Hwang, Lupin Battersby, Sarah Canham | | Non-Digital Game Playing by Older AdultsMortenson, B., Sixsmith, A., & Kaufman, D. (2017). Non-digital game playing by older adults. Canadian Journal on Aging, 36(3), 342-350. doi:10.1017/S07149808170001624.2 CONNECT-PLAY University of British Columbia, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-06-01 | | | Product-readiness levels for the ‘real world’ impact: an AGE-WELL performance management framework for aging and technology researchOral 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 Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-19 | | | Understanding Migration Pathways to Inform Positive Aging-in-Place. 26th Annual John K. Friesen Conference, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Other author: Woolrych, R.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-05-18 | | | Aging gracefully across environments using technology to support wellness, engagement and long life (AGE-WELL): A national research network in technology and aging. 1.3 OA-INVOLVE KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-03-01 | | | Silver economy offers business opportunities, SFU aging expert saysLazaruk, S. (2018, October 15). ‘Silver economy offers business opportunities, SFU aging expert says.’ Vancouver Sun interview with D. Kaufman and A. Sixsmith on AGE-WELL conference and research. Retrieved from https://vancouversun.com/business/local-business/silver-economy-offers-business-opportunities-sfu-aging-expert-says4.2 CONNECT-PLAY, 4.3 CONNECT-CREATE KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | KTEE - Knowledge Mobilization | 2018-10-15 | | | Explore How Information and Referral Services at Community Senior Service Centre can be Operated Remotely using TechnologyPresentation at Age-Well EPIC conference 2020 KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2020-06-23 | | | Seniors’ access to information and referral service using technology in British Columbia, Canada – Past learnings and learnings since COVID-19. KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-08-31 | | | In Community – Information and Referral Services for Seniors in British Columbia: Past Learnings and Learnings since COVID-19.http://www.sfu.ca/starinstitute/about/institute-activities/new-411-seniors-sfu-star-report---information-and-referral-servi.html KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-05-03 | | | Information and Referral Service for Seniors in British Columbia, Canada: Learning from COVID-19. KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2020-09-07 | | | Technology is a Human Right: Understanding Older Adults’ Access to Online Information and Resources from a Human Rights’ Perspective. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmUYcTr68rI KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-03-03 | | | Policy Initiatives to Address the Challenges of an Older Population in the WorkforceOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-08-27 | | | Ecological Momentary Assessment of Bipolar Disorder Symptoms and Partner Affect: Longitudinal Pilot StudyOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-09-02 | | | Is the 4-factor model of symptomology equivalent across bipolar disorder subtypes?Other Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-08-02 | | | Ecological momentary assessment of mood and movement with bipolar disorder over time: Participant recruitment and efficacy of study methodsOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-10-15 | | | Policy initiatives to address the challenges of an older population in the workforceOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2023-03-01 | | | Direct and Indirect Predictors of Medication Adherence with Bipolar Disorder: Path AnalysisOther KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2023-02-07 | | | Non digital game playing among older adults2.1 INToCARE, 2.2 MovIT-PLUS, 4.2 CONNECT-PLAY, 8.1 AT-SELECT, 2.4 ATforCC Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-10-01 | | | Using Video Capture to Investigate the Causes of Falls in Long-Term Care5.2 PRED-FALL KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, University of British Columbia, Fraser Health, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-07-01 | | | Ethics Application Renewal - SFU1.3 OA-INVOLVE University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Leadership | 2017-06-27 | | | Equity in AgeTech for Ageing Well in Technology-Driven Places: The Role of Social Determinants in Designing AI-based Assistive TechnologiesOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2022-12-01 | | | Identifying Transitions to Dependency through Latent Transition Analysis KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-04-10 | | | Appropriating in-market communication technologies for persons and families living with mild cognitive deficits: a field study of a neighbourhood house program KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-03-31 | | | Using co-creation workshops to explore present and future experiences of everyday activities with older persons with cognitive impairment KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2015-10-23 | | | Discovering the main mechanisms that influence ageing workforce - a bibliometric surveyOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-20 | | | Defining organizational contributions to sustaining an ageing workforce: A bibliometric reviewThe ageing of populations worldwide has implications for workforces in developed countries, and labour shortages have increasingly become a political concern. Governments in developed countries have responded by increasing the retirement age as a strategy for overcoming the fall in labour supply. Using bibliometric techniques, we reviewed 122 articles published between 1990 and 2018 to examine the effectiveness of the strategy in addressing the labour shortages and, in particular, to identify the factors that contribute positively to maintaining worker participation within an ageing workforce at an organizational level. The results identified five organizational factors that support continued participation: health, institutions, human resource management, human capital and technology tools. Employers will increasingly need to develop “age-friendly” workplaces and practices if they are to recruit and retain older workers.Other Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2019-03-23 | | | Digital interventions for depression and anxiety in older adults: A systematic review of randomized controlled trialsDigital interventions for depression and anxiety in older adults: A systematic review of randomized controlled trialsAWCRP-2020-03 KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, University of Oxford | KTEE - Knowledge Mobilization | 2022-03-29 | | | Activities people with mild cognitive impairments want to master - A scoping review1.2 TUNGSTEN, 3.3 DIY-AIDE Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-04-29 | | | Researching the Globe CC2 TECH-TRANS Research Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-03-08 | | | Using knowledge mobilization to advance the creation of homelike residential long-term careOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-26 | | | Impact of residential transition and a “home-like” built environment on residents’ health in long-term care settingsOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-10-12 | | | Creating and enhancing ‘home’ in long-term care settings: A longitudinal inquiryWada, M., Canham, S. L., Battersby, L., Fang, M. L., & Sixsmith, A. (2016, November). Creating and enhancing ‘home’ in long-term care settings: A longitudinal inquiry. Poster presented at the 69th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Gerontological Society of America, New Orleans, LA, USA.
(Funding source: Baptist Housing)
Other Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-11-17 | | | Experiences of a mass interinstitutional relocation for long-term care staffCanham, S., Wada, M., Battersby, L., Fang, M. L., & Sixsmith, A. (2018). Experiences of a mass interinstitutional relocation for long-term care staff. Journal of Housing for the Elderly, Advance online publication, 1-16. doi: 10.1080/02763893.2018.1431582Other Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-03-01 | | | Translating research back to the community: Findings from a realist reviewPaper for the International Association of Geriatrics and Gerontology 2017 World Congress, July 23-27, 2017, San Francisco, CA.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-23 | | | Perspective Workshops: Co-creating Service Solutions for Seniors in Affordable HousingInternational Association of Geriatrics and Gerontology 2017 World Congress1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-23 | | | Ageing well in the right place: partnership working with older people.1.3 OA-INVOLVE University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-03-15 | | | Place-making with older persons: Establishing sense-of-place through participatory community mapping workshops1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-11-01 | | | Using falls video capture data as a knowledge translation and exchange strategy in long term care. Symposium on Technology for Injury Prevention in Seniors (TIPS5.2 PRED-FALL University of British Columbia, Fraser Health, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2012-10-01 | | | The interplay between contextual factors and engagement in valued but challenging activities among people with cognitive decline: A focus group study1.2 TUNGSTEN KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-03-21 | | | AAL-WELL that ends well: International transdisciplinary research into Ambient Assisted Living technology for Older Adults with Mild Cognitive ImpairmentPresenter(s): P. Jackson
Conference Presentation - The 10th WORLD CONFERENCE of GERONTECHNOLOGY, ISG 20161.2 TUNGSTEN Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Leadership | 2016-09-30 | | | AAL-WELL that ends well: International transdisciplinary research into ambient assistive living technology for older adults with mild cognitive impairment1.2 TUNGSTEN, CC3 T-WORK Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-09-28 | | | Ageing well in the right place: partnership working with older people1.3 OA-INVOLVE University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-03-01 | | | Re-building sense-of-place amongst older adults transitioning into affordable housing1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-11-02 | | | Long term care en masse interinstitutional relocations: Interactive guideline development. Other Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-10-22 | | | A network based approach to evaluating ambient assisted living (AAL) technologies1.2 TUNGSTEN KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-03-22 | | | Perspective workshops: Co-creating service solutions for seniors in affordable housingOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-07-26 | | | Mapping Metro Vancouver to support Housing First implementationOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-10-12 | | | Senior services that support Housing First in Metro VancouverCanham, S. L., Battersby, L., Fang, M. L., Wada, M., Barnes, R., & Sixsmith, A. (2018). Senior services that support Housing First in Metro Vancouver. Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 61(1), 104-125. doi: 10.1080/01634372.2017.1391919Other Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-01-04 | | | Understanding Innovation Hubs: Literature ReviewPoster created for the AGE-WELL 3rd Annual Conference based on an Innovation Hub literature review. The aim of the poster was to display the principles and practices of innovation hubs. CC2 TECH-TRANS KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-17 | | | Developing an ‘in-house’ social engagement strategy to help seniors remain healthy, active, and socially connectedPoster for the 46th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting of the Canadian Association on Gerontology, 19-21st, October, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-19 | | | Understanding disparities of the digital divide: Recommendations for theory, policy, and practice8. Fang, M. L., Canham, S. L., Battersby, L., Wada, M., Sixsmith, J., & Sixsmith, A. (2018, May). Understanding disparities of the digital divide: Recommendations for theory, policy, and practice. Symposium paper presented at the 24th Nordic Congress of Gerontology, May 2-4, Oslo, Norway.1.3 OA-INVOLVE, CC3 T-WORK Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-05-02 | | | Exploring privilege in the digital divide: Implications for theory, policy, and practiceFang, M. L., Canham, S. L., Battersby, L., Sixsmith, J., Wada, M., & Sixsmith, A. (2018). Exploring privilege in the digital divide: Implications for theory, policy, and practice. The Gerontologist, Advance online publication, 1-15. doi: 10.1093/geront/gny0371.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-05-10 | | | Understanding sense-of-place for low-income seniors: Living at the intersections of multiple oppressions, positionalities and identitiesSixsmith, J., Fang, M., Woolrych, R., Canham, S., Battersby, L., & Sixsmith, A. (accepted). Understanding Sense-of-place for Low-Income Seniors: Living at the Intersections of Multiple Oppressions, Positionalities and Identities. In Hankivsky, O., & Jordan-Zachery, J. (eds.) Bringing Intersectionality to Public Policy.1.3 OA-INVOLVE University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-07-02 | | | Services to support older adults in maintaining housing in Metro VancouverOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-19 | | | Exploring privilege in the digital divide: Implications for theory, policy, and practiceOther Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-10-19 | | | Senior services that support Housing First in Metro Vancouver, CanadaOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-11-01 | | | 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 | | | Guidelines for co-creating lay summaries of research with stakeholdersCC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research, AWCRP-2020-03 University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, University of Oxford, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Product | 2019-12-10 | | | ‘I wouldn't choose this work again’: Perspectives and experiences of care aides in long-term residential careOther University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-07-07 | | | Future of digital health and community care: Exploring intended positive impacts and unintended negative consequences of COVID-19Other Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2022-09-01 | | | Mapping Metro Vancouver: Exploring implementation possibilities for Housing FirstOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-11-21 | | | Contextual factors for aging well: creating socially engaging spaces through the use of deliberative dialoguesSymposium, Social engagement in the community. Oral Presentation: Social Engagement in the Community, 46th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting of the Canadian Association on Gerontology, 19-21st, October, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-10-19 | | | AGING WELL @ HOME: An ‘in-house’ social engagement strategy to help seniors remain healthy, active, and socially connected14th Geriatric Services Conference, Vancouver, B.C.1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2017-04-06 | | | Integrating sense-of-place within new housing developments: A Community-based participatory research approachFang, M.L., Woolrych, R., Sixsmith, J., Canham, S.L., Battersby, L., Ren, T.H., & Sixsmith, A. (accepted). Integrating sense-of-place within new housing developments: A Community-based participatory research approach. In Goulding, A.M., Davenport, S.B. & Newman, A. (eds) Creative practice in the resilience of older people, Bristol: Policy Press.1.3 OA-INVOLVE Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2018-08-06 | | | Perceptions of home in long-term care settings: before and after institutional relocation
Although moving from institutional to home-like long-term care (LTC) settings can promote and sustain the health and wellbeing of older adults, there has been little research examining how home is perceived by older adults when moving between care settings. A qualitative study was conducted over a two-year period during the relocation of residents and staff from an institutional LTC home to a purpose-built LTC home in Western Canada. The study explored perceptions of home amongst residents, family members and staff. Accordingly, 210 semi-structured interviews were conducted at five time-points with 35 residents, 23 family members and 81 staff. Thematic analyses generated four superordinate themes that are suggestive of how to create and enhance a sense of home in LTC settings: (a) physical environment features; (b) privacy and personalisation; (c) autonomy, choice and flexibility; and (d) connectedness and togetherness. The findings reveal that the physical environment features are foundational for the emergence of social and personal meanings associated with a sense of home, and highlight the impact of care practices on the sense of home when the workplace becomes a home. In addition, tension that arises between providing care and creating a home-like environment in LTC settings is discussed.Other, AWNIH-DHC University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2019-01-09 | | | The impacts of long-term care home relocations on residents’ health and well-beingOther, CC3 T-WORK Research University of Dundee, Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2019-05-24 | | | Agentic experiences within structures of long-term care: implications for research and practiceOther, CC3 T-WORK Research Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2019-05-24 | | | Institutional dynamics and agentic experiences within long-term care: implications for research and practiceBackground/Objectives: Gidden's theory of structuration suggests that power exercised on human agents is determined by social, cultural, and infrastructural forces that predict an individual's agentic ability to exercise autonomy and wield control in situations and/or places. Informed by notions of the duality of structure, this research aimed to understand the physical, social and cultural structures of a purpose-built long-term care (LTC) expansion designed with the intent of providing more ‘home-like' care. Methods: A qualitative interview study was conducted to explore staff members' (e.g. nurses, care aides, management) experiences of agency, as they navigate social, physical and cultural structures during a two-year LTC interinstitutional relocation process. In-depth interviews were conducted with 82 staff members of Oak Creek LTC at five time-points over the course of the relocation (pre-move, post-move, 6, 12 and 18 months). Results: Team-based thematic analysis of the data was undertaken and the findings identified the importance of staff agency across multiple structural layers: physicality of place, institutional policies and practices, and normative socio-cultural behaviours and practices, which ultimately shape workplace identity and one's ability to provide optimal care to residents. Conclusions: Within the institutional context of LTC, staff members' agency is determined by the: physical structure of the building, policies defined by decision-makers of the institution, established organizational work culture as well as socially accepted workplace behaviours and practices. Applying principles that stem from the theory of structuration can challenge researchers, planners, developers to consider the impact of structures on individual agency when designing and developing LTC facilities.
Fang, M. L., Sixsmith, J., Wada, M., Canham, S. L., Battersby, L., Woolrych, R., & Sixsmith, A. (2019, October). Institutional dynamics and agentic experiences within long-term care: implications for research and practice. Paper presented at the 48th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting of the Canadian Association on Gerontology, Moncton, New Brunswick, Columbia, Canada.Other Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2019-10-26 | | | Case study: A community-based approach to developing optimal housing for low-income older adultsOther Simon Fraser University, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2021-01-01 | | | “I didn’t know it was going to be like this.”: End of Life Care Experiences of Care Aides Care in Long-term CareOther University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2022-08-08 | | | Informing Understandings of Mild Cognitive Impairment for Older Adults: Implications from a Scoping Review1.2 TUNGSTEN Simon Fraser University, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-03-27 | Mei Fang, "Coatta, K. ", "Badger, M. ", "Wu, S. ", "Easton, M. ", "Nygard, L. ", Arlene Astell, Andrew Sixsmith | | 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 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 | | | Perspectives on information and communication technology for daily activities and social inclusion among older Canadians with cognitive impairments and their caregivers8.3 PRIV-SENSE, 8.5-CAT University of Toronto, University of Ottawa, McMaster Health Forum, McMaster University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Leadership | 2016-09-01 | | | An educational video to promote multi-factorial approaches for fall and injury prevention in long-term care facilities5.2 PRED-FALL Simon Fraser University, Fraser Health, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, University of British Columbia | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2014-05-01 | Laura B Dilley, Samantha M Gray, Aleksandra Zecevic, Gina Gaspard, Bobbi Symes, Fabio Feldman, Vicky Scott, Ryan Woolrych, Andrew Sixsmith, Heather McKay, Steve Robinovitch, Joanie Sims-Gould | | Ambient assisted living technologies for aging well: a scoping review1.2 TUNGSTEN, NMO Project KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2016-01-01 | | | Co-creating project lay summaries with stakeholdersFunding bodies are increasingly requesting lay-summaries for research proposals to communicate the projects’ real-world relevance to the public. Many researchers find this difficult because they generally write for fellow subject specialists or academics. The Transdisciplinary Working (CC3) team therefore organized two lay-summary co-creation workshops for the AGE-WELL network. These workshops were designed to help researchers co-develop their project lay-summaries with stakeholders; and to develop guidelines for lay-summary co-creation for AGE-WELL researchers. Our poster presents the co-creation protocol and feedback from the researchers and other stakeholders about their experiences with the co-creation process. Following an analysis of the workshops, we developed a set of guidelines that suggest 1) stakeholders need to be informed about the goals and expectations of the co-creation process; and 2) facilitators need to be skilled enough to navigate the negotiation process and subsequently integrate stakeholders’ and researchers’ perspectives into the lay-summary of a project.
Wada, M., Cosco, T., Lowe, S., Harwood, G., Gale, B. -J., Forsythe, L., Fang, M. L., Sixsmith, J., & Sixsmith, A. (2019, October). Co-creating project lay summaries with stakeholders. Poster presented at the AGE-WELL’s 5th Annual Conference, October 22-24, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.CC3 T-WORK, CC3 T-WORK Research, AWCRP-2020-03 Simon Fraser University, University of Oxford, University of Dundee, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2019-10-23 | | | Aging-in-Place at the End-of-Life in Community and Residential Care ContextsOther Simon Fraser University, KITE Research Institute at University Health Network, University of Dundee | Scientific Excellence - Advancing Knowledge | 2023-01-09 | Mei Fang, "Marianne Cranwell ", Rebecca E. White, "Gavin Wylie ", Karen Lok Yi Wong , Kevin Harter, " Lois Cosgrave ", Marjorie Moulton, "Roberta Fulton ", Andrew Sixsmith, Judith Sixsmith |
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