Aging In America Conference
From the American Society on Aging:
Join American Society on Aging in New Orleans next April to learn best practices and gain insights from leaders in the field about the current state of aging in America. AiA19 is the place to be for knowledge, inspiration and networking with others who are dedicated to improving the lives of older adults.
The 2019 conference will have a strong focus on critical and emergent topics facing the field of aging, as well as cutting-edge and responsive programmatic, research, policy and advocacy efforts. Interest areas include: emergency/disaster readiness, housing and transportation access, caregiving, substance use/opioid crisis, multiple aspects of dementia, technology and aging, intergenerational models, population health, shifting policy and legislative issues affecting older adults, and much more. Learn about innovative policies, programs, practices, models and businesses that you can use in your work with older adults.
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The ASA Leadership Institute: Scholarships Available
From the American Society on Aging:
The ASA Leadership Institute is a five day leadership development intensive that offers self-assessments of communication and leadership styles, presentations by recognized leaders in the field of aging, facilitated dialogue, networking opportunities, leadership literature and online learning. Program components are carefully designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in the field of aging.
Understanding the context of a leaders’ work is vital. This program focuses on understanding and embracing cultural differences in a way that respects aging adults. Graduates will leave the Leadership Institute with a broad exposure to key influencers and with multiple opportunities to stay connected with other bright professionals who aspire to be their best.
The 2019 ASA Leadership Institute will primarily take place during the Aging in America Conference in New Orleans, April 14-18, 2019.
The American Society on Aging and CVS Health are pleased to announce a partnership to offer a limited number of tuition scholarships for ASA's 2019 Leadership Institute, an inclusive, preeminent professional development opportunity for emerging leaders in the field of aging. The application deadline is January 31, 2019 (or sooner if scholarships are allocated, so applicants are encouraged to apply promptly).
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