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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
April 14, 2020

It’s inspiring to see the show of support that New Yorkers are demonstrating for health care and other essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. They’re taking time each night at 7 p.m. to applaud and cheer those on the front lines.

Here at GSA, we want to embrace that spirit and give recognition to people who are making a positive difference in the lives of people as we age. The events surrounding the pandemic have brought to the forefront the need for more professionals that provide care for and services to the aging population. Thus, there has never been a more timely reason for Careers in Aging Week, which GSA has organized annually for nearly two decades.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
April 8, 2020

Among the many ways GSA members are navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic is the almost overnight transition from a typical classroom environment to a virtual distance teaching format. Many GSA members are educators and the Society has mobilized to support their ongoing success.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
March 26, 2020

For those in need of an uplifting story, the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act (OAA) was signed into law this week after receiving bipartisan support in both houses of Congress. As a continuing advocate for OAA reauthorization, GSA applauded this news in a press release issued shortly after the signing.

This news is very timely. OAA-supported programs are provided to more than 11 million older adults and their caregivers annually. These programs are designed to prevent abuse and neglect, reduce social isolation, support caregivers, offer employment and community service opportunities, promote nutrition (through Meals on Wheels, as an example), and improve transportation options.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
March 24, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to disrupt all of our lives for months to come, with projections indicating the most difficult days are still ahead of us. We will manage through this extraordinary challenge the only way possible, by working together, doing our individual part to support the collective wellbeing of our families, communities, and institutions. We will be aided by the application of science, the tool that all of us apply daily to solve problems and to make sense of the unknown.

Here are three resources to help GSA members around the world as they navigate this pandemic.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
March 2, 2020

When teaching individuals about the Reframing Aging Initiative, the GSA team always begins with what it takes to "reframe" an issue.

Step #1 is Map the Terrain, as shown in the multiple research projects undertaken to provide key insights. I encourage you to explore the research findings. Step #2 is Develop a Strategy to Navigate to Higher Ground, as shown in the Gaining Momentum communications toolkit. And Step #3 is Build a Caravan, Equip the Travelers and Start Moving, accomplished through workshops to prepare individuals to apply the evidence-supported framing interventions to their daily communications.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
February 24, 2020

One of the most meaningful roles that a professional society plays is recognizing excellence in its field. And GSA has a wonderful mechanism for doing this: through March 31, we’re accepting nominations for more than two dozen prestigious awards for gerontological achievements.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
February 14, 2020

I recently had the privilege of visiting the University of South Florida (USF) campus in Tampa, Florida, which is the home institution of GSA President Dr. Kathy Hyer. It was a rewarding day that provided rich opportunities to discuss key GSA initiatives and to learn about the exciting work underway at USF.

The faculty was intrigued to learn more about GSA’s work to advance the Reframing Aging Initiative and how this work intersects with the development of new scholarship. Following recent updates to the AMA and APA style guides, faculty who submit papers to journals following these formats will see new language recommendations (aligning with the Reframing Aging Initiative) for referring to older adults.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
January 31, 2020

I’d like to introduce you to GSA’s newest workgroup, the members of which are guiding the Society’s efforts to nurture more age-inclusive higher education environments. This topic has been a priority area since GSA’s Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education section endorsed the 10 principles of the Age-Friendly University (AFU) Global Network. We’ve been spreading the word nationwide ever since, supported by meeting presentations, publications, and webinars.

The workgroup is chaired by Joann Montepare and its roster includes members Carrie Andreoletti, Elizabeth Bergman, Marilyn Gugliucci, Judy Howe, Nancy Morrow-Howell, Michelle Porter, John Schumacher, and Nina Silverstein. We welcomed everyone to GSA headquarters for a kickoff meeting in late January.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
January 20, 2020

The National Advisory Council on Aging (NACA) convenes three times annually. NACA plays many roles. It reviews new proposed concept clearances, reviews applications for grants and cooperative agreements for research and training, and recommends approval of applications for projects that show promise, along with other duties. The next meeting is January 21 and 22.

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By CEO James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH
January 14, 2020

The GSA meetings team just completed a wonderful site visit to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the host city for the GSA 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting, taking place November 4 to 8. We toured the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, which will serve as the headquarters hotel. This is in central location, meaning attendees will be able to take advantage of a thriving restaurant scene and explore historic Reading Terminal Market.

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  2. Say Hello in Boston!
  3. In Memory of Our Friend Greg O’Neill
  4. Supporting the Next Generation of Emerging Scholars
  5. Aging Research Finds New Audiences Through GSA Journalist Fellows
  6. Older Americans Key to Nation’s Future Economic Health
  7. Ten Years After ‘Retooling’ Report, Workforce Demands Remain High
  8. Changing the “Conventional Wisdom” on Aging: the Reframing Aging Initiative Moves Forward
  9. Addressing Social Isolation Among Older Persons is Gaining Momentum
  10. Hats Off to the NIA Leadership and Staff
  11. Listening Session Kicks Off 2018 Healthy Aging Summit Planning
  12. Focusing on “What Works” Improves Immunization Rates
  13. Landmark Research Summit Breaks New Ground
  14. GSA Takes on Key Role in Advancing Nation’s Caregiving
  15. Governance Review Workgroup Helping to Shape GSA's Future
  16. To Help Older Adults in Times of Disaster, New Policies Are Needed
  17. Unnecessary Tragedy Reminds Us of Importance of Disaster Planning
  18. Supporting our Texas Neighbors, Colleagues, and Older Persons
  19. Let’s Remind People of All Ages to Get Their Vaccinations
  20. GSA Hosts Largest Gathering of Aging Scholars Ever!
  21. Science and Persistence — The Right Mix for Improving Access to Hearing Aids
  22. Older Adults Need Better Clinical Trial Representation; NIH Asks for Input
  23. Is Your University Age Friendly?
  24. Proudly Marching for Gerontology
  25. Congratulations to GSA’s Newest Officers
  26. Science is the Driving Force That Improves Lives — Fully Fund It!

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