To optimize the health and aging of individuals, community, and society through research, education and public service in the social, behavioral and policy sciences. Between 1989 and 2030, the population aged 65 and older will double and will comprise a higher percent of the population than those under age 18. The population 85 and older will triple in size.
Scientists expect such trends to continue as the life expectancy of both men and women increase.
The graying of industrialized nations is a unique phenomenon in world history. It is also one of the most significant facts affecting the demand for health and long term care services. Thus, public policy for the aged is becoming increasingly important to the aged, their families, policy makers, community leaders, and health care providers. Welcome to our web site Take a few minutes to browse our web site to discover the kinds of programs we have and to learn about the wide variety of issues our faculty and investigators address through their research and public service projects. E-Mail them with your inquiries and comments.