John Angel Bond is a dedicated PhD researcher in dementia studies at the University of Stirling, focusing on the unique experiences of queer men living with dementia. His research was ignited by a deeply personal experience, where he had to support a gay man with dementia who felt compelled to return to the closet. John is also involved in a research project exploring the needs of the LGBTQ+ community and those living with dementia in partnership with Central London Community Health Trust and the London South Bank University.
With 12 years of hands-on experience working in dementia care homes across South Wales, John brings a compassionate and insightful perspective to his work. He is a committed member of the LGBTQ+ Dementia Advisory Group, advocating for inclusive and sensitive care for LGBTQ+ individuals. John's work is driven by a passion for ensuring that queer people with dementia can live authentically, without fear or stigma. John also volunteers at a newly established dementia cafe in Ebbw Vale, South Wales, fostering a welcoming environment for all. John also joined the EDI Advisory Group at Dementia Community / Journal of Dementia Care.
John's research aims to shed light on the intersection of dementia and queer identity, challenging societal norms and promoting understanding. He is particularly interested in how memory, identity, and sexuality intersect in the lives of queer individuals with dementia.
John's contributions to the field are recognised for their empathy, depth, and commitment to social justice. He continues to work tirelessly to ensure that the voices of queer people and anyone living with dementia are heard and respected.
LGBT Identity and Dementia Care Social Care Person Centre Care Dementia Care LGBT+ Dementia Care Rights-based approach
Presentation / Talk
Queering Up Dementia Care: The Next Steps
Bond J & Parish M (2024) Queering Up Dementia Care: The Next Steps. New horizons – Innovating for dementia, 34. Alzheimer Europe, Geneva, Switzerland, 08.10.2024-10.10.2024. https://www.alzheimer-europe.org/conferences/past-conferences/2024-Geneva?language_content_entity=en
Article
Bond JA & Parish M (2024) Celebrating LGBTQ+ individuals living with dementia: Navigating Pride Month in dementia care settings. Journal of Dementia Care, 32 (3), Art. No.: 1. https://journalofdementiacare.co.uk/issue/may-june-2024
Other
Exploring the Intersectionality: LGBTQ+ perspectives in dementia care.
Bond JA (2023) Exploring the Intersectionality: LGBTQ+ perspectives in dementia care.., Cardiff University, 15.12.2023-15.12.2023.
Article
Queering Up dementia Care: The Next Steps
Parish M & Bond J (2023) Queering Up dementia Care: The Next Steps. Journal of Dementia Care, 31 (5), pp. 33 - 35. https://journalofdementiacare.co.uk/article/queering-up-dementia-care-the-next-steps
Newspaper / Magazine
The Silent Struggle: Ignoring the voices of LGBTQ+ individuals living with dementia.
Bond J (2023) The Silent Struggle: Ignoring the voices of LGBTQ+ individuals living with dementia.. In the Loop. 01.10.2023. https://ihm.org.uk/news/magazine/; https://issuu.com/ihmpublish/docs/the_loop_issue_11_october_-_december_2023
Poster
Queering Dementia Care: Changing the Narrative Through Lived Experience.
LGBTQ+ Dementia Advisory Group & Bond J (2022) Queering Dementia Care: Changing the Narrative Through Lived Experience.. Journal of Dementia Care - Dementia Congress UK 2022 Conference., Birmingham, 08.11.2022-09.11.2022.
Other
LGBTQ+ Dementia Advisory Group & Bond J (2022) Queering Dementia Care: How to Support LGBTQ+ People Living with Dementia Across Their Dementia Pathway., 08.11.2022-08.11.2022. https://journalofdementiacare.co.uk/events/uk-dementia-congress
Dissertation
How has Section 28 of the Local Government Act (1988) Impacted on Youth Work with Young People?
Bond J (2012) How has Section 28 of the Local Government Act (1988) Impacted on Youth Work with Young People?. BA (Hons). Cardiff University. http://www.youthworkwales.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/john_bond_-_impact_of_s28.pdf
Marking and Assessment Tutor for SPCU912 - Social Problems