From Electronic Frailty to INCLUDE

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Blog by David Smith (Trustee, Cross Gates Good Neighbours, Leeds)

Caroline Brundle (INCLUDE’s project manager) adds: PPIE members improve the quality and relevance of research studies, and we’re very grateful for David’s support for our work. He, and the other PPIE group members, have been involved throughout INCLUDE, providing essential insights, encouragement and thoughtful, constructive criticism.

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