In the news: CAC and Communities for Life
UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community is referenced in a front-page story in today’s Indianapolis Star. The story notes the successes of Communities for Life, a program overseen by CAC for the...
View ArticleDocumentary features UIndy aging studies center
UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community played a prominent role in the creation and the content of a documentary premiering at 9 p.m. today (Nov. 19) on WFYI-TV20. “When Did I Get Old? Reflections on...
View ArticlePublic television documentary on aging in Indiana now available on DVD
A new public television documentary about aging in Indiana is designed to spark discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing older adults and the communities where they live. “When Did I Get...
View ArticleUIndy’s CAC to lead state effort against healthcare-associated infections
After successfully leading a statewide initiative to reduce pressure ulcers in healthcare settings, the University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community has been contracted by the Indiana...
View ArticleCAC joins in citywide discussion project
UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community will host a public discussion on age-related issues Wednesday as part of the IndyTalks community conversation initiative. CAC staffers will screen the local...
View ArticleCAC awards its first undergraduate certificates in Aging Studies
The University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community recently awarded its first undergraduate certificates in Aging Studies. The program is designed for people who want to work with older...
View ArticleKeynote speaker named for national conference on aging hosted by UIndy
The American Physical Therapy Association has announced the closing keynote speaker for its Exercise and Physical Activity in Aging Conference, which will be held at UIndy July 29-31. Dr. James Canton,...
View ArticleHealth programs drive record UIndy enrollment
A surge of student interest has fueled a record-setting freshman class at the University of Indianapolis, which expects this fall’s total enrollment to rise well past 5,000. Applications to UIndy...
View ArticleIn the news: CAC director on workforce trends
UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community and its executive director, Dr. Ellen Miller, are key sources for a recent opinion column in the Terre Haute Tribune-Star. Columnist Mark Bennett takes an...
View ArticleIn the news: CAC’s anti-infection initiative
UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community has launched a series of education sessions around the state to help healthcare workers reduce the rate of infection arising in their patients....
View ArticleCAC director interviewed on aging workforce
Dr. Ellen W. Miller, executive director of UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community, is a key source for a story in the latest issue of BizVoice, the magazine of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. Miller...
View ArticleUIndy joins in launch of health fellowship program
Application deadline March 1 The University of Indianapolis is a sponsor of a new statewide fellowship program designed to address community healthcare needs and develop tomorrow’s public health...
View ArticleCAC director: Time to face aging population
A bill before Indiana’s state legislature proposes a special designation for cities and towns that take a proactive approach to planning and coordinating services for aging residents. Ellen W. Miller,...
View ArticleVideo: CAC director on value of older workers
Dr. Ellen W. Miller, executive director of UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community, appeared recently on the Inside Indiana Business program for an interview series titled Workforce Wise, presented by...
View ArticleStudent’s workshop looks at technology for aging
Professionals and families who care for aging adults can learn about assistive technology during a free April 8 workshop hosted by the University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community....
View ArticleIn the news: CAC director on aging population
Dr. Ellen W. Miller, executive director of UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community, is a key source for a story appearing this month in various Indiana newspapers. Writer Maureen Hayden, Statehouse...
View ArticleFall brings new developments for UIndy
The radical makeover of Hanna Avenue — it’ll be finished soon, we are promised — isn’t the only news as the University of Indianapolis rolls into the 2011-2012 academic year. Here’s a sampling of what...
View ArticleOT volunteers help seniors get CarFit
Faculty and grad students from UIndy’s School of Occupational Therapy volunteered their time Friday morning to show older drivers how to stay safer on the road. The group performed CarFit checks at the...
View ArticleCAC offers courses in project management
The University of Indianapolis is launching a new program in project management for people in the field of human services. The Graduate Certificate in Project Management for Human Services...
View ArticleCAC seeks centenarians to celebrate
Darden Indianapolis resident Earl Darden got a boost from UIndy’s Center for Aging & Community over the weekend, when he celebrated his 103rd birthday with a five-generation family gathering....
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