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VCU Gerontology & The Virginia Center on Aging The Virginia Center on Aging (VCoA) is a statewide agency located in the VCU Department of Gerontology.
VCU Gerontology and Virginia Center on Aging
VCU Gerontology, part of the VCU College of Health Professions, is well-known for the quality and innovation of its programs and for the scholarship and expertise of its faculty. VCU Gerontology offers a variety of degree programs based on an interdisciplinary approach using the bio-psycho-social-spiritual model. With a mission of promoting optimal agi
08/30/2024
We had a wonderful day at Central Library - Chesterfield County Public Library with our team from VCU Gerontology, Chesterfield County Virginia Government and Senior Connections VA hosting interviews and photography with amazing local centenarians for our project, "Home is Everything: Oral Housing Histories with Centenarians." Special thanks to the Social Security Administration for their support, the Chesterfield Office of Aging and Disabilities, and Chesterfield County Public Library for providing food, space, and the hard work to make this event successful. Thank you to Penelope Carrington for taking incredible photographs. And a huge heap of gratitude to the 11 centenarians, their families, and friends, who shared their stories and their time with us. More to come from this exciting endeavor!
08/23/2024
On Friday, August 16th, VCU Gerontology held a luncheon to welcome our new and continuing students. We are excited about the start of a new academic year!
08/20/2024
Falls among older adults continue to be a national public health concern. Join NCOA Sept. 23-27, 2024, for Falls Prevention Awareness Week, a nationwide observance with state coalitions and partners to raise awareness on preventing falls, reducing the risk of falls, and helping older adults live without fear of falling.
Create Awareness with NCOA's Falls Prevention Awareness Week Toolkit Falling is not a normal part of aging. Use and share NCOA's Promotion Toolkit to encourage older adults to be falls free during , Sept. 23-27, 2024.
08/14/2024
The Lancet Commission has released their 2024 update. In this research, they have indicated that nearly half of all dementia cases worldwide could be prevented or delayed by addressing 14 modifiable risk factors. Additionally, they have added high LDL cholesterol and vision loss as new risk factors.
Read the full commission update: https://www.thelancet.com/commissions/dementia-prevention-intervention-care?dgcid=tlcom_infographic_demetia-risks-24_lancet.
08/12/2024
VCU Gerontology Alumni Spotlight: Regina Foster. Regina is a Physician Associate who earned her Master of Science in Gerontology and then opened two businesses - Foster Senior Services and QueenAged. Learn more about VCU Gerontology by visiting https://gerontology.chp.vcu.edu/
08/09/2024
Meet Sonya Durham! Sonya is pursuing a Master of Science in Gerontology. To learn more about VCU Gerontology's graduate program, visit https://gerontology.chp.vcu.edu/.
08/06/2024
Registration for the free virtual National Healthy Aging Symposium, hosted by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services OASH Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion and Trust for America's Health, is open! Join us to learn about the latest research and best practices for improving the lives of . Register today: https://whova.com/portal/registration/healt1_202403/
"Have you ever thought of the adjectives used to describe older adults in Nigeria and our perception in Nigeria of aging and older adults?"
We are thrilled to showcase a recent research study carried out by Gerontology graduate student, Clara Ezichukwu Ezekwibe. Her important and impactful study titled "CHANGE IN PERCEPTION OF NIGERIANS TO AGING AND OLDER ADULTS" highlights a vital need to enhance the lives of older adults in Nigeria. What are your thoughts on this fascinating study?
08/01/2024
Congratulations to Dr. Tracey Gendron! Her TEDx Talk "Why you feel younger (or older) than your age" is the 10th most watched TEDx Talk for July 2024. Dr. Gendron discusses what feeling your age really means and how we can change the way we think about growing older. You can watch this TEDx Talk and learn more on YouTube: https://ow.ly/thqU50SPcjO.
07/25/2024
07/24/2024
The Summer 2024 issue of Age in Action is now available! This issue provides information about the VGEC's new funding, the 2024 Commonwealth Council on Aging Best Practices Award, the Safety Connector, and the newest CIRCAA graduates. It is also features many educational opportunities for students and professionals. Read the issue here: https://vcoa.chp.vcu.edu/resources/age-in-action/
The Elder Justice Learning and Research Hub, at the Virginia Center on Aging at VCU has launched the Safety Connector to help elders, their caregivers, and service providers connect to community resources, supports, and positive relationships in order to prevent elder abuse and exploitation, and to reduce the fallout of experiencing either.
The Safety Connector was developed in partnership with Virginia Easy Access and No Wrong Door at the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services, with funding from the Administration for Community Living.
Visit the Safety Connector to find local, state, and national services, and vetted resources and information www.easyaccess.virginia.gov/safety
06/28/2024
We are accepting students for fall! Apply before July 30 to start classes in Fall 2024. There are limited spots available for the fall 2024 start and scholarships are still available. Both master's degree and certificate seekers should apply this month: https://gradadmissions.vcu.edu/portal/apply
04/30/2024
"Inclusion through the Lifespan" presented by the Area Planning and Services Committee on Aging with Lifelong Disabilities. June 3, 2024. 8:30 am - 4:00 pm. Deep Run Park & Recreation Center, Richmond. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apsc-workshop-inclusion-through-the-lifespan-tickets-870981909337?aff=oddtdtcreator
04/29/2024
Last week, our Elder Justice team officially launched their Virginia HEAR curriculum! Check out the introductory video for this project here: https://ow.ly/w16f50Rph1K
Follow along their journey to make Virginia a safer place to grow old OR get involved at eldersafeva.com!
Virginia HEAR - Making Virginia a Safe Place to Grow Old This video is episode 1 of the Virginia Helping Elders Access Resources series.It aims to raise awareness of the elder mistreatment as a widespread issue that affects all of us, including the prevalence of elder abuse in Virginia.It highlights the commitment of the Virginia Center on....
04/26/2024
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04/25/2024
World Elder Abuse and Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2024
What? Half day, in person training to learn more about elder justice, preventing abuse, exploitation, mistreatment, and neglect in older adults.
Who? All are welcome to attend. Presentations will include information for community members, financial, healthcare, legal, and social work professionals.
*Registration is required for this free training. Certificates of attendance will be provided upon completion of an evaluation survey. 3 CEs for nursing and social work available. Law enforcement PIC pending approval.
When? Monday, June 17th, 2024, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.
Where? Westminster Canterbury Richmond
Registration Link (bit.ly/WEAAD2024-RichmondVA) See the WEAAD landing page for more details.
04/24/2024
The Thelma Bland Watson Personal Care Aide School, a collaboration between Senior Connections and VCU Gerontology, will offer a PCA certification course next month especially for Goochland County, VA residents. Please share with anyone in Goochland that may be interested!
04/23/2024
Alert! New Podcast Episode is live! Check out the Latest Episodes page for Jamie Smiley's interview on navigating the healthcare continuum. https://bit.ly/AgingForAll
04/23/2024
Registration is now open for Elder Justice Matters: a FREE virtual "lunch and learn" series -- you bring lunch; we bring experts.
According to the World Health Organization, more than 1 in 6 elders experience abuse. Here in Virginia, Adult Protective Services fields over 40 thousand reports of elder mistreatment, resulting in almost 13 thousand cases. What’s most startling: researchers have found that only 1 in 24 cases become known to authorities.
The Virginia Center on Aging is committed to ensuring that Virginia is a safe and loving place to grow old. We connect agencies and individuals with the knowledge and resources they need.
Join us for a series of virtual “lunch and learn” sessions where we’ll talk about how we can work together to better facilitate community connections and access to resources and services for older adults – and for all of us. Registration links can be found here: https://ow.ly/Sps250RjSZn
04/22/2024
Our very own Dr. Tracey Gendron weighs in on a HOT TOPIC in 2024: Should age matter when it comes to politics?
Should age matter in politics? VCU professor discusses ageism in the 2024 presidential election and society Gerontologist Tracey Gendron, director of the Virginia Center on Aging, says a candidate’s age doesn’t define their ability to serve in office.
04/21/2024
Check out our first episode of the Aging for All Podcast!
New episodes coming every other Wednesday.
Check out our blog space for additional resources, opportunities to interact, and to subscribe or sign up to be a special guest on a future episode.
https://bit.ly/AgingForAll
04/19/2024
HAPPENING TOMORROW! It's not too late to register!
You are invited! As a part of the MCV Campus Reunion Weekend, VCU Gerontology and the Virginia Center on Aging invite our alumni, current students, and friends to attend a screening of the short documentary, Death Metal Grandma by Leah Galant. We will then present the Alumni of the Year Award to Taneisha Hampton, LNHA, MS. Come enjoy popcorn and a movie, connect with peers, and pick up some swag.
There is no cost, but registration is required: https://ow.ly/2h2N50RjSsC
04/19/2024
We are so proud of our Virginia Memory Project (VMP) team and their huge codification victory! This is a major step forward for Virginia and for all Virginians living with or caring for someone living with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/Uec950RjRZA
New legislation supports registry of dementia patients, caregivers Virginia will become one of the few state-backed registries that collects data on patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders, in order to improve brain health and caregiving.
03/11/2024
Meet Aisling Clardy! Aisling is pursuing a Certificate in Aging Studies.
Want to learn more about our program? Attend an upcoming Information Session! https://ow.ly/HfKf50QMyay
03/06/2024
Hello Healthy Brain Virginia Partners!
Join us TODAY, March 6, 2024, from 11:30 am - 12:30 PM for an informative webinar to learn about the Virginia Memory Project, the dementia registry!
The Virginia Memory Project is a responsive, two pronged dementia registry that focuses on brain health, memory, and caregiving within the Commonwealth. This epidemiological registry collects state-sponsored data related to dementia diagnoses, as well as individual responses to the survey, ensuring data is inclusive of all those who are impacted. This information is used to further develop the resources and education needed to address ADRD within the Commonwealth, while also providing a pathway to care for those in need.
Join us as we discuss the registry, its impact on brain health, and how we can work together toward a dementia-free Virginia! Register here: https://ow.ly/zT3X50QMy08
03/04/2024
Happy Spring Break to our VCU Gerontology students! We hope you are able catch up on things that bring you joy and prioritize rest. See you next week!
03/01/2024
No Wrong Door Virginia is launching its innovative online Social Health Connector tool on March 20 @ 10am. Hear remarks from First Lady Suzanne Youngkin and other experts in the field. Walk away with new resources to help you share the importance of social connection in your community. Register now at http://tinyurl.com/SOHECO-Launch Senior Connections VA Administration for Community Living VCU Gerontology United Way VAIL
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Our Story
The Department of Gerontology, founded in 1976, became a part of the School of Allied Health Professions at Virginia Commonwealth University in January 1985. The department is well-known for the quality and innovation of its programs and for the scholarship and applied expertise of its faculty. The Department of Gerontology offers a variety of degree programs based on an interdisciplinary approach using the bio-psycho-social model, including masters, doctoral, and certificate level. During the past five years, with a Core faculty five-member team, as a part of strong commitment to service and scholarship, the department has produced over 25 publications, 25 grant proposals, with approximately $2.5 million in grant funding. The VCU Gerontology department also has a strong commitment to education, as evidenced by about 100 Gerontology doctoral, masters and certificate students graduated in total, with over 97% retention rates. The Gerontology Department envisions continued commitment to service, scholarship, and education, with a focus on #DisruptAgeism paradigm.
Mission Statement:
Promoting optimal aging for individuals and communities
Diversity Statement
As faculty, staff and students in VCU’s Department of Gerontology in the School of Allied Health Professions:
We seek to support personhood by honoring the safety, dignity and well-being of all of our constituents.
We believe that diverse backgrounds and philosophies are crucial to academic excellence.
We seek to empower an academic community whose members have diverse visions, cultures, backgrounds and life experiences.
We honor freedom of expression and civility of discourse as fundamental educational cornerstones
We endeavor to foster a just and inclusive campus culture that promotes both cultural competence and cultural humility
We aim to engage members of our community as active citizens in a multicultural world.
We recognize the need to identify and evaluate the ways in which social, cultural and economic inequities affect power and privilege in the larger society.
We consider equity and autonomy central to our mission to promote optimal aging for individuals and communities.
Statement of Values:
As faculty, students, and administrative staff of the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Department of Gerontology, we will be guided by this Departmental Statement of Values in the pursuit of our professional, academic, and community endeavors and as we participate in the Department’s mission to support optimal aging through innovative education for individuals and communities. We recognize that this Departmental Statement of Values is informed by the broader VCU Code of Ethics, and that we need to be mindful of our responsibilities to adhere to both, as well as to any others which may be applicable to us by virtue of our professional affiliations or other obligations.
Professional Competence :
We will maintain the highest levels of competence in our work and will undertake only those tasks for which we are qualified by education, training, or experience. We will embrace opportunities to work in inter- and trans-disciplinary settings with colleagues from a wide range of disciplines, openly acknowledging the boundaries of our gerontological expertise and seeking opportunities to collaborate with other disciplines in our mission to support optimal aging. We recognize the need for continuing education in order to remain professionally competent and we will use the appropriate scientific, professional, technical, and administrative resources needed to ensure competence in our professional activities. We will be open to asking for and receiving constructive feedback from others.
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