Dr Rebecca Oatley
Lecturer
- OatleyR3@cardiff.ac.uk
- Glamorgan Building, King Edward VII Avenue, Cardiff, CF10 3WA
Overview
I am a researcher and lecturer on the MA Social Work (2 year) qualifying programme at Cardiff University. I previously worked as a qualified social worker across statutory and third sector services for older adults and people living with dementia.
My research interests include social work with older adults, diversity and the lived experience of dementia, post-diagnostic community-based support interventions, and translating research into practice.
Publication
2023
- Oatley, R. and Atkinson, T. 2023. What is the ‘extra’ in Extra Care Housing for people living with dementia?. Journal of Dementia Care 31(3), pp. 22-23.
2021
- Oatley, R. 2021. From washing boots to motor racing champions: Exploring women’s experiences of sport reminiscence for people affected by dementia. PhD Thesis, University of Worcester.
- Atkinson, T., Oatley, R. and Evans, S. C. 2021. Living with dementia in extra care housing. Journal of Dementia Care 29(6), pp. 10-11.
Articles
- Oatley, R. and Atkinson, T. 2023. What is the ‘extra’ in Extra Care Housing for people living with dementia?. Journal of Dementia Care 31(3), pp. 22-23.
- Atkinson, T., Oatley, R. and Evans, S. C. 2021. Living with dementia in extra care housing. Journal of Dementia Care 29(6), pp. 10-11.
Thesis
- Oatley, R. 2021. From washing boots to motor racing champions: Exploring women’s experiences of sport reminiscence for people affected by dementia. PhD Thesis, University of Worcester.
Research
My main research interests are:
- social work with older adults
- diversity and the lived experience of dementia
- post-diagnostic community-based support interventions
- translating research into practice
Previous research projects include:
- Women's experiences of sport reminiscence activities for people affected by dementia
- Championing physical activity for people living with dementia
- Living with dementia in extra care housing
Teaching
I teach on the MA Social Work (2 year) qualifying programme at Cardiff University. My main areas of expertise include social work with older adults, adults living with dementia, family carers, and ageing.
Biography
Academic Achievements
| 2021 | PhD (Dementia Studies), University of Worcester |
| 2015 | MA (Social Work), Cardiff University |
| 2007 | BSc (Hons) (Physiology & Psychology), Cardiff University |
Professional Experience
I have previously worked as a qualified social worker in a statutory team for older adults. I also have many years experience working across health and third sector services for older adults, adults living with dementia and family carers.
Professional memberships
- Lesiure Studies Association