Gerontology Alumna has Grand Plans
Everyone ages, but not everyone prepares for it. UNCG alumna Susanna Barton helps caregivers, as well as those who are entering that stage of life.
Everyone ages, but not everyone prepares for it. UNCG alumna Susanna Barton helps caregivers, as well as those who are entering that stage of life.
Caregivers often face stress, isolation, and difficult decisions. Having a space where they can learn, ask questions, and connect with others in similar situations helps reduce that burden.
Ageism impacts us at every age! It shapes how everyone thinks about aging and their own future, frequently robbing us of the joy that comes with living.
(Participants) finally have an opportunity in life to explore topics that maybe they had to set aside due to work or family.
We have no choice who our families are. We do choose our friendships to be people we like and have (things) in common with.
Dr. Elise Eifert was recently selected as a Victor W. Marshall Fellow in Applied Gerontology by the Southern Gerontological Society.