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Dr. Heather Emond is a Research Fellow (Qualitative) at the University of Stirling, specializing in dementia and ageing research. Her work focuses on understanding the social dimensions of dementia care through rigorous qualitative methodologies within the Scottish context.
Dr. Emond's research interests span several critical areas in gerontology and dementia care:
- Dementia and cognitive impairment
- Ageing populations and societal impacts
- Intergenerational programs and social connections
- Qualitative research methodologies in healthcare
- Social care models for people living with dementia
- Realist evaluation approaches in social interventions
Her 2025 publication examines intergenerational programs involving people with dementia in Scotland through a realist, qualitative lens. This research investigates how contextual factors influence the mechanisms and outcomes of these social interventions, contributing valuable insights to dementia care practices and policy development.
Dr. Emond's contact information includes email heather.emond@stir.ac.uk and telephone numbers 01786 466259 and 0009-0008-1515-6733, indicating her active engagement in academic and research activities at the University of Stirling.
