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Full Issue, Volume 13, Number 2

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This special issue, Aging in America, aims to provide Extension professionals and human scientists with research, new or emerging initiatives, creative critical thinking, and innovative practices that will propel aging-related work within a next-generation Cooperative Extension System.Drs.James S. Bates and Erin L. Martinez served as co-editors of this special issue and curated 13 articles from 57 unique authors that highlight the current work of Extension, propose models for strengthening our impact, and serve as a call to action for enhancing the aging-related work of Extension.The outstanding contributions from the authors can be categorized into four thematic areas: innovations in intergenerational programming, proactive approaches to health and well-being, comprehensive end-of-life planning, and addressing disparities in aging services.

Source: Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

DOI: 10.55533/2325-5226.1633

Authors: James S. Bates, Donna J. Peterson, Scott Cummings, Erin L. Martinez

Institutions: The Ohio State University, Mississippi State University, Texas A&M University, Kansas State University

Language: English

Topic: Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

OpenAlex ID: W7101406242

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