About the
Centre for Ageing and Pastoral Studies (CAPS)
CAPS is a new centre where scholarship in ageing
and pastoral studies can be pursued. The process of ageing
is examined within the context of meaning in life and wellbeing
for ageing. Quality of life issues for older people, including
living with dementia, are subjects for research and education.
An integral part of the Centre's work, based
on its research, is to speak on ethical and policy issues
relating to ageing.
CAPS Focus is on:
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Research and consultancy |
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Education |
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Policy development in Ageing |
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Spirituality |
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Meaning of life |
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Quality of life issues |
CAPS is multidisciplinary, catering for the
needs of health professionals, clergy, pastoral workers and
older people. It operates within a Christian ethos, in an
ecumenical and university setting, and is affiliated with
several aged care organisations.
Research forms the primary focus of
CAPS and, in particular, aspects of ageing and pastoral care
relating to qualify of life for older people. Initially,
research topics include:
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Examine the spiritual dimension of ageing |
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Social and spiritual isolation
in ageing |
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Quality of life and living with dementia |
CAPS has several research links and affiliations,
and additional centres are being explored at this time. Current
links are as follows:
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a full description of CAPS
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