US Award for Expert in Ageing

An internationally recognised expert on ageing and dementia, Professor Bob Woods of Bangor University, is to be the first international recipient of an American Award on Thursday 13 October2011.

Professor Bob Woods, who is Director of Dementia Services Development Centre and Professor of Clinical Psychology of the Elderly at Bangor University is the first international

An Honouree for the Award is selected jointly by the "I'm Still Here" Foundation, which supports the care and treatment of the five million people living with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States and Dr. Barry Reisberg, Clinical Director of New York University's Aging and Dementia Research Center for annual this award.

The award recognises people who have made distinguished contributions in the area of non-pharmacologic treatment for Alzheimer's disease.

Prof Woods will be addressing professionals and care partners meeting in New York on the topic: Finding hope in dementia care: What difference can we make?

Bob Woods is a clinical psychologist who has been involved in developing and evaluating psychological interventions for people with dementia and their supporters for 35 years. He pioneered an evidence-based approach, notably in relation to cognitive stimulation and reminiscence work. He continues to work clinically and leads an active dissemination programme, including staff training and service development. He has received awards from the British Psychological Society and the Alzheimer’s Society, in recognition of his contribution involved in developing and evaluating.

Publication date: 1 October 2011