In charge
Theme 5 – Social Innovation, which cuts across all CRIUGM research areas, focuses on social innovation to address the challenges of aging. This theme promotes a participatory approach that engages older adults, their caregivers, and community partners in co-developing solutions that enhance quality of life and strengthen social connections.
Key Objectives
- Engage stakeholders : Involve older adults, their caregivers, community organizations, and health professionals in identifying needs and designing solutions.
- Support real-life experimentation : Develop and evaluate social and technological approaches in everyday settings, such as living labs.
- Strengthen interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaboration : Bring together diverse areas of expertise to promote comprehensive and integrated approaches.
- Transfer knowledge to the community : Ensure that research findings are accessible and applicable to both community and institutional settings.
Flagship Initiatives
- Living labs : Creation of collaborative spaces where older adults, researchers, and partners work together to test and adapt solutions in real-life environments.
- Participatory projects : Co-development of programs tailored to the specific needs of older adults, particularly in areas such as housing, social activities, and caregiver support.
- Strategic partnerships : Collaboration with local, national, and international organizations to maximize the impact of social innovations and support their large-scale implementation.
- Cultural and intergenerational initiatives : Promotion of activities that encourage intergenerational exchange and strengthen social connections.
Impact et vision
Theme 5 aims to transform the way societies respond to the needs of older adults by emphasizing participatory and inclusive approaches. By placing older adults and their communities at the heart of the process, this theme contributes to concrete and sustainable social innovations that enhance quality of life, reduce isolation, and promote collective well-being. Through this work, the CRIUGM positions itself as a key player in advancing social solutions adapted to the realities of aging.
To learn more or explore collaboration opportunities with the Theme 5 teams, please contact us.