Gerontology

NIA, one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of NIH, leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. NIA is the primary Federal agency supporting and conducting Alzheimer's disease research.

Institute on Aging works to enhance the quality of life for aging adults and adults living with disabilities, enabling them to maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community.

The mission of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure.

The Administration on Aging (AOA) is the principal agency of the U.S Department of Health and Human Services designated to carry out the provisions of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (OAA), as amended (42 U.S.C.A. § 3001 et seq.). The OAA promotes the well-being of older individuals by providing services and programs designed to help them live independently in their homes and communities. The Act also empowers the federal government to distribute funds to the states for supportive services for individuals over the age of 60.

The Alliance for Aging Research works with patients, federal agencies, elected officials, and partner organizations to advance policies that support research and healthy aging. Over the past 35+ years, the Alliance has led efforts to increase investment in foundational research, introduce patient protections, and help address the affordability of healthcare.

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age.

The mission of the CGNO is to leverage our collective strengths to create a health care environment for older adults that is accessible and reflects person-centered care, quality outcomes, and evidence based practice across all settings.

Our alliance is committed to addressing our nation’s eldercare workforce crisis by building a caring and competent workforce. To do this, we must address recruitment, retention, training, and compensation issues across the workforce, and provide information and support to consumers and family caregivers.

he Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA) is the premier professional organization that represents the interests of advanced practice nurses, other clinicians, educators, and researchers involved in the practice or advancement of caring for older adults.