Our state’s population is “getting up there” with nearly 17 percent over the age of 65, according to the 2017 U.S. Census Bureau. The latest demographics tell us that in just more than five years, we will have more people turning 85 than we do those turning 18. This forum takes an upbeat turn as it suggests how proactive and innovative moves to address issues associated with an aging population might advance the state’s well-being and economic future.
Panelist Biographical Information
Joan Ilardo, PhD, Director of Research Initiatives for the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
See Llardo's Presentation (.pdf)
See Llardo's Brief (.pdf)
See Michigan Dementia Coalition Roadmap (.pdf)Clare Luz, PhD, Gerontologist and Assistant Professor, Family and Community Medicine, Founding Director of AgeAlive
Shelia R. Cotten, PhD, MSU Foundation Professor in the Department of Media and Information at Michigan State University
Paula D. Cunningham, State Director, American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), Michigan
See Disrupting Disparities : Continuum of Care for Michiganders 50 and Older (.pdf)
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- See Pictures from the February 13th Forum