Aging in place focuses on remaining safely and independently in the home and community and has emerged as a goal for many older adults. With the population of baby boomers entering old age, it is important for communities to take into account the overall needs of older adults seeking to age in place. Family members, as part of this community, have an important role as well. This project created...

Abstract Racism is embedded throughout society, producing enduring health inequities. Structural racism pervasive across racial or ethnic groups and at the intersection of racism, ageism, sexism. However, only tip iceberg visible in literature media. This presentation highlights aging long-term care experiences that are often invisible structural discussions (e.g., Asians). It also features dir...

PURPOSE OF THE STUDY There is growing enthusiasm for community-level efforts to strengthen supportive relationships among neighbors to enhance aging in place. However, there is little research on how older adults perceive support from neighbors in terms of helping them to remain in their own homes and communities safely and comfortably, particularly in the face of later life challenges. There a...

an experiment was conducted to determine the aging mechanism in safflower seed using natural aging treatment (storing seed at room temperature for six years) and accelerated aging ( incubating the seed at 41?c and close to 100% relative humidity for 4 ,8 and 12 days). the results indicated that both natural and accelerated aging reduced germination percentage, seed vigor and activity of catalas...