British Geriatrics Society
Grants
Nurse's Study Grant in the Care of Older People

The Society offers a limited number of grants of up to £200 to trained nurses (and nurses in training) with an expressed special interest in the care of elderly people to:

• attend conferences, seminars and meetings of an innovative nature which will enhance their understanding and appreciation of the special needs of older patients; and/or
• visit a geriatric ward which has an innovative service approach, special programme or project for the care of elderly patients.

The primary purpose of the scheme is to provide a source of funds enabling at least one professional member of multidisciplinary teams, i.e. nurses, to be exposed to innovative educational experiences relevant to the special needs of elderly patients.

Eligibility
The grants are available to trained nurses and to nurses still in training who have an expressed special interest in the care of elderly patients, irrespective of professional affiliation. Grants are administered by the Society.

Awards
There are no fixed categories of grant. However, the following examples provide some indication of the kind of support which will be considered.

• Registration fees and travelling expenses (by public transport) to conferences, seminars and meetings; and
• travelling expenses and accommodation costs for professional visits.

Grants will not be made where funding is available from another source nor to part-fund a diploma, certificate, degree course or other long-term study experiences.

How to apply

Applications, accompanied by the relevant documentation, are considered at any time of year, provided there are funds available. Decisions are usually made within 5-6 weeks, therefore please allow sufficient time before the study experience/visit to submit applications.

How to apply

Download the conditions of award and application form