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Official Bluesky page of IMPACT - the UK centre for implementing evidence in adult social care. We work across the four nations, drawing from research, lived experience, and practice knowledge to make a difference to services and lives.

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10.03.2026 11:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are officially on Facebook! πŸŽ‰

If you want to see the heart of IMPACT - including our co-production sessions, projects across the UK, and how evidence-based social care works - come and say hello and be a part of our growing community! πŸ‘‹

Give us a follow by clicking the link in the comments πŸ‘‡

10.03.2026 11:16 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Have you read our latest Ask IMPACT guide?

This guide explores the challenges that the social care sector faces due to climate change, and what it can do to tackle those challenges.

impact.bham.ac.uk/delivery-mod...

24.02.2026 14:40 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€˜We all know that we need to do more to respond to climate change – but what should social care be thinking about and doing?’

#ICYMI - read the latest Ask IMPACT guide now: impact.bham.ac.uk/delivery-mod...

20.02.2026 12:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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In December, we hosted our annual "All Wales" event. This time, the day focused on IMPACT projects which emphasise the values of voice, choice and control for people with learning disabilities.

Find out more about the day here: buff.ly/OQRtL04

19.02.2026 12:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Making an IMPACT in adult social care reform - Green Templeton College Details Date: February 18 Time: 04:30 pm - 06:00 pm Event Category: Lectures and Seminars

Sign up now: Making an IMPACT in adult social care reform

Wednesday 18 February, 16:30 to 18:00
Speakers: Prof Jon Glasby
Location: EP Abraham Lecture Theatre & Online

Register now for this event hosted by Green Templeton College. Uni of Oxford
www.gtc.ox.ac.uk/news-and-eve...

17.02.2026 15:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Are you interested in coordinating an IMPACT Network?

We're looking for Network coordinators in specific UK countries across a variety of topics

Find out more and how to join us here: buff.ly/v7zqP32

Applications close on 30/03/26.

17.02.2026 11:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œThe final list of projects is just the tip of a much bigger iceberg, and we’ve been inspired once again by people’s innovation and commitment."

Last week, we announced our 2026-27 project list. See the full list of topics, hosts and locations here: impact.bham.ac.uk/2026/02/09/2...

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This week, we announced we will be running eight Facilitators in 2026-27.

Facilitators are focused on supporting bottom-up change. They work within a local organisation leading an evidence-informed change project

Find the 2026-27 list here: impact.bham.ac.uk/2026/02/09/2...

13.02.2026 15:42 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Text: β€œDiscover the Centre for Care’s impact, Our new interactive report showcases
a selection of the achievements,
policy influence and the real-world
difference our research has made
during Phase 1 (2021–25).
And we share what’s coming next.”

Text: β€œDiscover the Centre for Care’s impact, Our new interactive report showcases a selection of the achievements, policy influence and the real-world difference our research has made during Phase 1 (2021–25). And we share what’s coming next.”

We are proud to launch our new interactive report, detailing the impact of the Centre for Care during our first four years and setting out our ambitious roadmap for the future of our centre.

Follow this link to learn more: centreforcare.ac.uk/impact-and-p...

#towardsabetterfutureforcare

11.02.2026 10:38 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week, we announced we will be running a record ten Demonstrators in 2026-27

IMPACT Demonstrators explore how we can use evidence to address a major strategic issue

Find the 2026-27 list here: buff.ly/KOtu7Z4

12.02.2026 08:43 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today we have announced our 2026-27 project list. We will be running a record ten Demonstrators, eight Facilitator projects and six Networks.

Projects were chosen following an open call for applications at the end of 2025, and will launch this September.

Find the full list here: lnkd.in/eYZXPQJ4

10.02.2026 08:15 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Demonstrators Deputy Lead - School of Social Policy and Society - 106836 - Grade 8 Overall coordination of the Demonstrator Model is provided by the IMPACT Demonstrator Lead, based at the University of Birmingham. This post, the Demonstrator Deputy Lead, will work alongside the…

IMPACT is recruiting a part-time Demonstrators Deputy Lead at the University of Birmingham

To find out more about the role and apply: buff.ly/xrBIyoY

20.01.2026 10:50 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Demonstrators Deputy Lead - School of Social Policy and Society - 106836 - Grade 8 Overall coordination of the Demonstrator Model is provided by the IMPACT Demonstrator Lead, based at the University of Birmingham. This post, the Demonstrator Deputy Lead, will work alongside the…

We're currently recruiting a Part-Time Demonstrators Deputy Lead at the University of Birmingham

To find out more about the role and apply: buff.ly/xrBIyoY

08.01.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Calling all Occupational Therapists in the West Midlands!

The IMPACT OT Showcase, will be taking place in Birmingham on 05/02/26 – Join us to celebrate OT innovation in adult social care!

Free event, limited places. Register: buff.ly/QOLWpgO

#OccupationalTherapy #WestMidlands #AdultSocialCare

18.12.2025 12:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Calling all Occupational Therapists in the West Midlands!

Join us on 05/02/26 in Birmingham for the IMPACT OT Showcase – celebrating OT innovation in adult social care.

Free event, limited places. Register now: forms.office.com/e/2FvsmUy3nv

#OccupationalTherapy #WestMidlands #AdultSocialCare

08.12.2025 12:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

IMPACT is hiring a full-time Research Assistant with our Evidence & Evaluation team in Stirling until end of 2027.

Apply now: buff.ly/FyiDASz
Closes: 4 Jan 2026

#ResearchJobs #SocialCare #IMPACT #AdultSocialCare

03.12.2025 14:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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'It's International Men's Day - so how can we get more males into caring jobs?' It is International Men’s Day today; key themes include the promotion of positive conversations about men and a celebration of the contribution…

This #InternationalMensDay, Karen Watchman, Kathryn Mackay and Marlene Kelly are in today's @heraldscotland.bsky.social, discussing our #IMPACTFacilitator project on recruiting more men

www.heraldscotland.com/politics/vie...

19.11.2025 12:25 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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IMPACT Change Model IMPACT Change Model

Learn more: buff.ly/fIcDvAT

17.11.2025 10:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tomorrow IMPACT will be launching the new Change Model - a fresh approach to driving evidence-informed change in social care across the UK.

We’ll be sharing practical insights from IMPACT projects that have used these principles in action.

Register here: buff.ly/58zud7e

17.11.2025 10:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Transitions - Pembrokeshire
Transitions - Pembrokeshire ........................... Subscribe, Like and Share Follow us: Twitter - https://twitter.com/ImpAdultCare LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/impadultcare/ IMPACT is the UK centre for…

Our 24–25 Demonstrators Emma Burton & Kathryn Morgan have launched a powerful short film: 'I Can I Will'

Co-produced with young people & families in Pembrokeshire, it shares inspiring stories of how the right support can empower dreams.

Watch the film: buff.ly/DSbtQhU

Learn more: buff.ly/GgXE791

12.11.2025 10:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on 18th November (16:00–17:00) for the virtual launch of the IMPACT Change Model!

Discover our core principles for evidence-informed change in social care and hear real insights from IMPACT projects.

Register: forms.office.com/e/cKxu4uvbAc
More info: impact.bham.ac.uk/our-mission/...

05.11.2025 12:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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LAST CHANCE TO APPLY!

Today is your last chance to apply to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project.

Find out everything about the application process, and how to apply, here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...

Applications close at midnight tonight (5/11).

05.11.2025 08:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our Demonstrators, Alicia Ridout and Jane Clark, will be speaking at this year's OT Show,

Register to attend, and find out about their project increasing engagement with research by occupational therapists in the West Midlands: buff.ly/kbpFcJv

03.11.2025 10:50 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Applications to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project close on Wednesday!

Find the details on the application process here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...

03.11.2025 10:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

One week left to apply to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project

Find the details on the application process here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...

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Just one week left to apply to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project!

Find the details on the application process here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...

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Join IMPACT for the virtual launch of our new Change Model! 18 Nov | 16:00–17:00

Discover our core principles for evidence-informed change in social care & hear insights from real IMPACT projects.

Register: forms.office.com/e/cKxu4uvbAc
Learn more: impact.bham.ac.uk/our-mission/...

22.10.2025 11:09 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our Demonstrators, Alicia Ridout and Jane Clark, will be speaking at this year's OT Show,

Register to attend, and find out about their project increasing engagement with research by occupational therapists in the West Midlands: buff.ly/kbpFcJv

21.10.2025 13:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're looking for organisations of all sizes to apply to host IMPACT Demonstrators, Facilitators and Networks...

But what is a Facilitator?

Find out more and apply: buff.ly/JC9yaDM

20.10.2025 10:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0