Investigating trends and dynamics affecting older adults' health and community participation
Life Course Center Program Development Core
This study is looking at how work, family, and community activities affect the health and happiness of older adults aged 65 and up, and it aims to find new ways to improve their well-being by working with different researchers and communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10868750 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how various factors influence the health and well-being of older adults, particularly those aged 65 and over. It aims to explore the interconnections between work, family, community involvement, and health outcomes. By funding pilot projects that encourage collaboration among researchers, the program seeks to develop innovative approaches to address disparities in aging. The research will involve engaging with diverse scholars and communities to gather data and insights that can inform future studies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals aged 65 and older, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 years old may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and enhanced quality of life for older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in interdisciplinary approaches to studying aging, indicating that this program's collaborative model is promising.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moen, Phyllis E — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Moen, Phyllis E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.