Lifespan development, dementia, ageing, cognitive impairment, epidemiology, marginalised populations, young onset dementia, disability, aged care, psychological trauma

Current projects:

1. Registry of Senior Australians

As postdoctoral research fellow with the Registry of Senior Australians, I use routinely collected 'big' data to answer important questions about the aged care services used by people with dementia and cognitive impairment in Australia.

2. Inclusive Care for Older Trauma Survivors (ICOTS)

The aim of this research is to better understand how psychological trauma affects the experience of receiving aged care, especially for people wtih dementia. This collaborative, multicomponent project includes designing and implementing inclusive care for older Forgotten Australians (those placed in institution or out-of-home care as children) and for older trauma survivors staying in hospital.

This project includes collaborations with Helping Hand Aged Care and the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network.

3. INSPIRED-II: Implementing Collaborative Care for Young People with Dementia

Young people with dementia (under 65 years old) experience barriers to optimal care particularly at the intersection of the NDIS and aged care sectors. This research aims to develop and implement models of care that promote collaboration across these systems, to help young people with dementia maintain their independence and social participation.

I can offer student projects on these or other topics - just send me an email to discuss further.