Join the research team at Edinburgh Napier University for the SONKS (Swallowing, Oral Health, Nutrition Knowledge and Skills for Carers) Project dissemination event, where we will share the initial findings from our research exploring the co-design and adaptation of a training programme for carers supporting people with intellectual disabilities who experience eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties.

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This event will provide an opportunity to learn about the research process, hear the project's early findings, and contribute your views on future developments.

Your views are important to us.

We are keen to gather feedback from a wide range of stakeholders to help shape the next stages of this important work. The session will include presentations, discussion, networking opportunities, and lunch in a relaxed and inclusive environment.

Who should attend?

We welcome anyone with an interest in this area, including:

• Academics and researchers
• Health and social care professionals
• Policymakers
• Individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Family members, carers and support workers#Representatives from relevant organisations and services

Agenda

• Welcome and introductionOverview of the SONKS research project
• Presentation of the research process and initial findings
• Discussion and consultation on the findings
• Conversation about future project developments

There will be networking opportunities and complimentary lunch, tea and coffee.

Further accessible event information
Download the programme and event information here >

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The SONKS project is funded by the Bailey Thomas Charitable Fund and is being undertaken in collaboration with the University of Glasgow, NHS Forth Valley, Queen's University Belfast, Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the University of Newcastle, Australia.

If you have any questions, please contact Dr Daniel (d.Dicksit@napier.ac.uk) or Dr. Lisa O'Leary (l.oleary@napier.ac.uk).