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Aging in Rural Spaces Webinar | Age-Friendly Care in Rural Areas: Implementing the 4Ms in Public Health

Another great webinar! Jane Carmody from the John A. Hartford Foundation and Betty Mallen from our own College of Nursing discuss the 4Ms healthcare initiative that invites our public health systems to consider what Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility.
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Community Conversations with Iowa Life

There are currently more than 73,000 caregivers in Iowa, dedicating their lives to caring for loved ones who are unable to care for themselves due to age, disability, or illness. This was a powerful conversation about the challenges and compassion involved with caregiving.
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Aging in Rural Spaces Webinar | Caring for Those Who Feed Us: Health Vulnerabilities of Older Farmers and Ranchers

This webinar identified the intersection of aging and farm stress and how older farmers are at risk as well as offer both state and national resources.
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Embracing the Journey of Aging Podcast: Meet Keela Herr

In this episode of the "Embracing the Journey of Aging" podcast host interviews Keela Herr. We will learn about Keela's work within the University of Iowa College of Nursing and her life's work in the nursing field.
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Embracing the Journey of Aging Podcast: Meet Kitty Buckwalter

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
In this episode of the "Embracing the Journey of Aging" podcast, Jennifer Jones, Optimal Aging Program Coordinator, interviews Kitty Buckwalter. We will learn about Kitty's work within the University of Iowa College of Nursing and her life's work in the nursing field.
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Webinar: Physical Activity & Health Aging | Chelsea Howland

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
In this webinar with Chelsea Howland PhD, RN, you will learn about the importance of physical activity for healthy aging.
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"Embracing the Journey of Aging" Podcast Season 1 Episode 3

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
In this episode of the "Embracing the Journey of Aging" podcast, Jennifer Jones, Optimal Aging Program Coordinator, interviews Rene Gadelha. We will learn about Rene's work with Ace Handyman and her goal to help people age in place.