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Research interests
My research interests scan the life course of people with learning disabilities and people with mental health issues, from early transitions to death and bereavement. The primary focus of my research has been to further advance the social inclusion of vulnerable adults through social networks and social support. As a qualified Barrister, I am also interested in legal issues in relation to vulnerable groups.
Other responsibilities
- Director, School of Health Studies, University of Western Ontario, Canada
- Academic Reviewer for NIHR SSCR & RfPB grant applications
- Editorial Board Member of several National and International Journals
Teaching interests
- Social Policy
- Research Ethics
- Disability (including Learning Disability)
- Stigma
- Quality of Life
Education/Academic qualification
MA in Higher Education (with Distinction)
LLB (Hons), Bachelor of Laws
Bar Professional Training Course
PhD, Doctor of Philosophy
BScEcon (Hons) American Studies & Sociology
External positions
Honorary Professor, University of Kent
Senior Fellow of National Institute of Health Research School for Social Care
CBF/MENCAP Legal Panal member
Fellow of Higher Education Academy
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Conflict and peace-building in the MENA region: is social protection the missing link?
Jawad, R., Devine, J., Forrester-Jones, R. & Walton, O.
1/04/20 → 31/03/24
Project: Research council
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Love and romance: Supporting people with mental health problems develop fulfilling romantic relationships
Forrester-Jones, R. & Dixon, J.
National Institute for Health Research
1/07/19 → 30/11/19
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
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Transitiond into Old Age: Support for People with Learning Disabilities and their Carers
17/10/18 → 30/11/19
Project: UK charity
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The Social Care Needs of Adults with Tourette's Syndrome: An Exploratory Study
National Institute for Health Research
3/09/18 → 4/04/19
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
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Accessible funerals
Forrester-Jones, R., McCallion, P., McCallion, M., Stancliffe, R. & Wiese, M., 2022, End of life and people with intellectual and developmental disability: Contemporary issues, challenges, experiences and practice . Standcliffe, R., Wiese, M. Y., McCallion, P. & McCarron, M. (eds.). Palgrave MacmillanResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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An evaluation of the acceptability and effectiveness of a Dance Cafe for people with severe dementia.
Forrester-Jones, R., Awoyomi, C. & Oliver, D., 15 Apr 2021, (Acceptance date) In: Journal of Long-Term Care.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Clothes, Sensory Experiences and Autism: Is Wearing the Right Fabric Important?
Kyriacou, C., Forrester-Jones, R. & Triantafyllopoulou, P., 21 Jul 2021, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Healthy Later Living in a time of COVID. CASP Policy Labs:Executive Summary.
Forrester-Jones, R., Randall, A., Postle Hammond, S., Hammond, M., Jawad, R. & Smith, P., 31 Dec 2021, University of Bath: Centre for the Analysis of Social Policy.Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report
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Older carers of people with learning disabilities: their experiences with local authority assessment processes and personnel
Forrester-Jones, R., 6 Jul 2021, In: Tizard Learning Disability Review. 26, 2, p. 105-113Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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