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Improving the aging experience for all.
The Gerontology Institute carries out basic and applied social and economic research on aging and engages in public education on aging policy issues, with an emphasis in income security, long-term services and supports, healthy aging, age-friendly communities, and social and demographic research on aging.
The Gerontology Institute includes four centers:
- The Center for Social and Demographic Research on Aging conducts applied research aimed at addressing the wellbeing of New England's older residents.
- The LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston conducts research designed to help our nation address the challenges and seize the opportunities associated with a growing older population.
- The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) provides lifelong learning, trips, and social activities for those over age 50.
- The Pension Action Center offers counseling for citizens on their pension rights and works to help people claim their benefits.
Department of Gerontology
We work closely with the Department of Gerontology in the Manning College of Nursing & Health Sciences at UMass Boston. A global leader in the study of aging, the department offers a doctoral program, online master's and certificate program, and an undergraduate major and minor.
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