As a research centre, iCARE acts as a leading hub for academics, clinicians, researchers, and service users to share expertise and lead research collaborations. The research centre spans primary, secondary, and tertiary health care as well as social care, education, and a range of academic disciplines, with strong links with leading external organisations in the UK and globally. iCARE works closely and collaboratively with key stakeholders including children and young people, parents, family members, charities, advocacy networks, and other organisations to develop impactful research. The centres’ work is regional, national, and international in its context and reach. Edge Hill University already has a strong track record of influencing policy and practice around children’s, families and maternal health in the UK and beyond. Our mission is to deliver internationally excellent research, engagement and training that advances research within maternal, child and family health.
iCARE is focused on range of thematic areas where we have genuine expertise, and research which responds to the needs of individuals and communities and makes a difference locally, nationally, and internationally.