Current Projects

A diverse array of projects is currently underway at the Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group (MUARG), aimed at both understanding and improving the lives of older people in urban environments.

Our research spans several key areas, including the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on older ethnic minority communities, the role of faith-based organisations in fostering age-friendly communities, and participatory approaches to community change in neighbourhoods undergoing urban regeneration. Through these interdisciplinary efforts, MUARG aims to enable policies and practices to support healthy ageing and enhance the quality of life of older people in cities.

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Ageing in Place in Cities

Explores how diverse ageing populations experience urbanisation and ageing in seven global cities using interdisciplinary approaches.
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Uncertain Futures

Investigates work-related inequalities affecting a diverse range of women over 50 in Manchester using art and research.
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Co-creating Age-Friendly Social Housing

Collaborates with older residents and housing providers to improve ageing in place experiences through participatory action research.
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The Role of Faith-Based Organisations in Developing Age-Friendly Communities

Examines the contributions of faith-based organisations to age-friendly communities through innovative policy partnerships.
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The Impact of the Cost-of-Living Crisis on Older Ethnic Minority People in Greater Manchester

Analyses how the cost-of-living crisis affects older ethnic minority communities in Greater Manchester, focusing on financial security.
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Grandparents on the Move

Studies the impact of urban migration on grandparenting roles and wellbeing in post-one-child policy China.
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HOMeAGE

Investigates ageing in regenerating neighbourhoods using participatory approaches to community change and interdisciplinary research.
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Ageing in Place Pathfinder

Creates resident-led partnerships to improve older people’s quality of life in Greater Manchester neighbourhoods.
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Entourage

Explores ageing and active travel experiences in European tourist cities, addressing urban mobility and inclusivity challenges.
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Wellbeing in Later Life in Bradford (WeLL-Bradford)

Examines factors influencing wellbeing in later life among diverse groups in Bradford, focusing on care transitions.