THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX: THE ROLE OF FUNDING AND COMMUNITY-ENGAGED RESEARCH IN THE FUTURE OF AREA AGENCIES ON AGING
2024

The Role of Funding and Community-Engaged Research in Aging

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Author Information

Author(s): Katie White

Primary Institution: Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging

Conclusion

The Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging is using community-engaged research to better inform policies and services for older adults and people with disabilities.

Supporting Evidence

  • Area Agencies on Aging are adapting to meet diverse needs through innovative research partnerships.
  • The Older Americans Act provides essential funding for community-based services.

Takeaway

As more older adults need help, agencies are working with researchers to find better ways to support them.

Methodology

The study involved community-engaged participatory research with older adults and people with disabilities.

Participant Demographics

Older adults and people with disabilities in Central Ohio.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.0648

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