Why you should read this article:

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To learn how participating in a journal club can enhance healthcare staff’s understanding of evidence-based practice

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To understand the practical steps required to establish and sustain a journal club in a healthcare setting

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To recognise how discussing research articles can actively contribute to staff members’ professional development

With the rise in the number of older people in the population and new developments in older people’s services such as integrated care hubs, there is a need for healthcare professionals working with older people to keep up to date with the latest research. This article describes the process of establishing a multidisciplinary journal club in a residential care setting and recognising the potential of such clubs to develop staff members’ critical thinking, presentation and communication skills. The authors emphasise the importance of fostering a culture of learning in older people’s services and describe how a journal club can support healthcare professionals to maintain their knowledge and improve care.