St Oswald's Hospice Research’s Post

As we prepare to welcome 2025, we’re reflecting on an incredible 2024 filled with achievements and exciting growth. Partnering with amazing individuals and organizations, we’re making a real difference- and this is just the beginning. Although not new to St Oswald's Hospice, Laura Barrett has joined us as Community Project Lead and has been making huge strides focusing on the Community and Partnership strands of the Hospice's strategy. Similarly, Davina Radford has been continuing the 'Widening Access' work, ensuring our services are as available and accessible as possible. We have also welcomed Alison Beattie to the team. Ali's fitted seamlessly into the team, and already helping us push boundaries and take our work to the next level. A special thanks to Dr Seamus O’Neill, Professor David Jones of Newcastle Health Innovation Partners (NHIP), and Dr Christine English, whose guidance as strategic advisers has been invaluable. What's Next for our Research? Bereavement Support: We’re collaborating with NHS colleagues to explore training staff for community-based bereavement support, developing research to assess its economic impact. Frailty Care: Our upcoming Frailty Event (15th January) will focus on creating a unified approach to support vulnerable populations. Transition Services: New research is shaping our services for young adults transitioning from childhood care, with exciting developments like our Young Adults Accommodation opening this spring. Research isn’t just for doctors! This year, two of our nurses joined the 'Integrated Clinical Academic Internship programme,' while Diane Nicholson's AAC research continues to gain recognition and impact. We’d love to hear your ideas for 2025! Reach out to Amanda Lee or Simon Gordon to explore how we can work together. Wishing you a happy and healthy new year! Amanda #ResearchActiveHospice #StOswaldsHospice #QualityTimeForEveryone