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Charlotte Wunderink is a Professor and Lecturer-researcher at the Centre of Expertise Healthy Ageing, Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen. She also serves as Senior-onderzoeker (Senior Researcher) at GGZ Friesland since April 2012. Her research focuses on social inclusion strategies for individuals with severe mental health challenges, emphasizing recovery-oriented care and supported housing interventions. Key projects include the SPRINT initiative examining social contacts in assisted living environments.
Research Interests: Her work addresses mental health recovery, patient involvement in research, and policy development for marginalized populations. Methodologically, she employs qualitative approaches to explore social participation barriers and housing solutions. Collaborations span international networks like Spain’s Málaga Academy, focusing on translating research into practical mental health service improvements.
Activities: Engaged in conferences such as the European Network For Mental Health Service Evaluation and workshops like ‘Soep & Kennis’. Active in training programs for mental health professionals and policy makers.
Key Contributions: Published extensively on recovery-oriented practices, supported housing models, and the role of peer researchers in mental health studies. Notable outputs include the SPRINT project series and checklist tools for evaluating social contacts in assisted living settings.
