Heather Oliver

Caregiving relationships and community support. Older adults and mental health. Qualitative researcher, independent advocacy worker and knitting enthusiast.

[Dr Ruth Lightbody @RuthLightbody]

I was happy to contribute to this series for @forbabyssake who do such important work for families who experience domestic abuse.

Here I talk about playgroups & how they helped me when I became a mum. I also discuss inclusive #policymaking #deliberativedemocracy ❤️

[The For Baby's Sake Trust @forbabyssake]

Have you caught up with our Guest Contributor Series?

This week we’re thrilled to publish our brand-new interview with @RuthLightbody to discuss community engagement, democracy and the ethics of lived experience.

Read more: https://t.co/YZwqajyNcj

[Heather Oliver @HeatherJ_Oliver]

Delighted to see our work shared as I embark on maternity leave.

12 years and 5 babies on from 1st experiences of baby/toddler groups, this diverse and overlooked space continues to hold special interest.

#socialcapital #playgroups #research

[Dr Ruth Lightbody @RuthLightbody]

Almost time for the @PolStudiesAssoc Conference!

I am presenting early findings from @BritishAcademy funded project on how playgroups create community wellbeing #knowledgeexchange, #socialcapital #womenswork @PSAdemocracy @PSAWomenPol @HeatherJ_Oliver

https://t.co/CxZMFJ2eef

[Mental Welfare Scot @MentalWelfare]

In partnership with @NHS_Education we've launched a new eLearning module about the AWI Act.

Useful for people:
- working in health, social work & social care
- looking to develop knowledge of rights-based practice

Access the eLearning module on Turas: https://t.co/eCAMoVYdFN

[Innovations in Dementia @Innov_Dementia]

Today we are launching our new guidelines on accessible writing for people with dementia. We think everyone should have the right to information they can understand. Read our blog about the issue and get the guide free here: https://t.co/P0AIXlib9V @alzheimerssoc @bethyb1886

[Luminate Scotland @LuminateScot]

Our first training event for 2024 will be 'Dementia and Imagination' for artists.
It's ideal for artists familiar with #CreativeAgeing who would like to work with older people, and those living with dementia, in care settings.
https://t.co/eFhT647D9r

[Scottish Poverty & Inequality Research Unit @GCU_SPIRU]

@RuthLightbody and Heather Oliver have been invited to meet with the Early Years Network on to discuss their research on playgroups.

@jmke_gcu is meeting with officials at @CaledonianNews to discuss developments in childcare provision.
2:3

[Dr Ruth Lightbody @RuthLightbody]

Playgroups offer a lifeline for new parents but are struggling to survive due to a lack of volunteers according to @earlyyearsscot
My article for The Conversation: https://t.co/350begXCEA

[Ruth Emond @ruth_emond]

Hoping to bring together people interested in improving how we keep memories and ‘ records’ for children and young people into adulthood. Let us know if you’re interested in coming along! *please retweet*

[Heather Oliver @HeatherJ_Oliver]

This has been a wonderful project to be part of, and the tapestries are looking great! 🪡 Big thank you to Jade and Suzanne for leading the group and making it such a welcoming space for all. 💐

[Skylark IX Trust @SkylarkIX]

We launched our beautiful new 12 panel "Skylark Tapestry" on Tues night, which tells some of our Dunkirk Little Ship's stories

Funded by @scotgov Community Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund, made by a wonderful group of West Dunbartonshire folk, led by artist Suzanne @MagpieMaison

[Dr Lucy Thompson @DrLucyT]

We're recruiting Highland (including Argyll and Bute) mums to take part in an evaluation of local perinatal and infant mental health services. Please share widely and feel free to ask any questions on here. Thanks :)

[Dr Charlotte Garrett @CGarrettPsyc]

Have you taken part in a Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) group for mental health problems during pregnancy or postpartum? Would you be willing to share your experience? To find out more please contact me at [email protected] Please retweet/ share!

[DesHCAProject @DesHCA_Project]

The DesHCA project is searching for volunteers! If you're a person aged 55 or older living in Scotland, we'd love to hear from you!
Our Creative Mapping activity helps us learn about the homes people are living in now, and how well they work for them https://t.co/SkpQFRWnWs

[Gianna Kohl @GiannaJKohl]

📢 Pls RT - Do you have #dementia or are a family carer? I’m exploring which factors play a part in deciding to share or not share the diagnosis with others. Please take part in my international 🌍 survey: https://t.co/BBulJAiuP5 Thanks to those who took part & for the RTs 😊

[AlzheimerScot DRC @AlzScotDRC]

Listen to "Diagnosing Dementia During Covid-19 Episode 4: The Co-production Tale" where we explore #coproducing #research with @DrRAshworth

BUDDs are adding their lived expertise to this project & also share their experiences of coproducing research

https://t.co/yrny9AULpw

[Heather Oliver @HeatherJ_Oliver]

@rduffypsych @NHSGGC Oh, perfect, Robyn!!! What fantastic news, you will be amazing. Xx

[Suzanne Zeedyk @suzannezeedyk]

Let's have some JOY this Saturday morning, folks.
Here's an analysis of what happens during the 13 seconds that we get to share in this child's delight.
A THREAD.

[Heather Oliver @HeatherJ_Oliver]

@ja9wilson @TinaMacleod10 Can’t wait to meet him! ❤️❤️❤️

[Heather Oliver @HeatherJ_Oliver]

When I took the boys to ‘make do and mend’ craft sessions last summer, I knew nothing of the little boat with a big history that inspired them. Now myself a fully fledged member of the ‘@SkylarkIX in Stitches’ sewing group, it was great to be invited to @Scotmaritime exhibition.