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Lesley Cousland
Name:
Lesley Cousland
Job Title:
Clinical Studies Officer
Place of work / study:
ENRICH Scotland / Neuroprogressive & Dementia Network
Area of Research:
Supporting Care Home Research
How is your work funded:
Support a range of researchers who have been funded in a variety of ways
Tell us a little about yourself:
I am a Clinical Studies Officer working with ENRICH (Enabling Research in Care Homes) Scotland. I retired from my full-time mental health nursing post in 2021 and have since enjoyed working part-time supporting research in care homes. I am passionate about ensuring care home communities are involved at every stage of research, so their voices shape the future of care.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself:
When I am not working, I love being a granny to 3, they keep me on my toes!
Why did you choose to work in dementia:
I have been lucky to have spent most of my career (just over 40 years!) supporting people living with dementia in a range of settings and I learn something new every day from them!
What single piece of of advice would you give to an early career researcher?
Just go for it…
Dr Emma Law