Robert Rubero discusses the legacy of Senator Claude Pepper
Published: | 6:07 pm | Posted in: In the News
Robert Rubero discusses the Claude Pepper Library and Museum along with some of the artifacts and correspondence from the Senator and long-time Congressman.
OMA Student Interns Needed for Fall 2025
Published: | 1:55 pm | Posted in: Arts & Aging, News, OMA News, OMA News and Events
Students will be trained by an OMA facilitator, foster the autonomy of people with dementia, as well as coordinate and market OMA in Tallahassee, furthering the growth of the program in the local community. No art experience is required and majors within the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy are highly encouraged to apply.
Research Study Highlights Occupational Impact on Cognitive Health in Older Adults
Published: | 11:45 am | Posted in: Dawn C. Carr, In the News, Miles Taylor, News, Research
Education is widely recognized as a strong predictor of cognitive health in aging. However, a recent study published in The Journals of Gerontology, Series B: Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences explores how occupational experiences before age 60 mediate the relationship between education and cognitive function in adults aged 65 and older.
FSU Claude Center Pepper director discusses the impact of volunteering in later life
Published: | 3:15 pm | Posted in: Dawn C. Carr, In the News
Dr. Dawn Carr, Director of the FSU Claude Pepper Center, recently highlighted the impact of the “Grandpas United” initiative. This program provides older men with a sense of meaning, purpose, and community by addressing local needs.
FSU Claude Pepper Center launches data platform to address aging challenges in Florida
Published: | 9:58 am | Posted in: Demography of Aging, In the News, News, Research
Florida State University’s Claude Pepper Center has launched the Translational Data Platform, an innovative digital tool designed to provide interactive maps and dashboards that integrate data on behavior, occupation, health and economy across Florida’s aging populations.
Humane Prison Hospice Movie Screening at FSU Law
Published: | 1:16 pm | Posted in: Health Care, Mental Health, Preventive Health
Join the Elder Law Clinic, PILSA, and ACJ for a movie screening of “Prison Terminal: The Last Days of Private Jack Hall” and panel discussion with the Humane Prison Hospice Project, an organization focused on ensuring that incarcerated individuals receive compassionate end-of-life care from trained peers.
Patient complexity in medical, behavioral, and social challenges in Medicaid: Intervention, theory, and methods
Published: | 4:11 pm | Posted in: Events, Medicaid
FSU Claude Pepper Center hosted Dr. Nathan Shippee for a presentation entitled Patient complexity in medical, behavioral, and social challenges in Medicaid: Intervention, theory, and methods. The conversation was followed by a light reception.
Promoting quality of life for older adults across long-term care settings
Published: | 2:34 pm | Posted in: Events, Long-Term Care, Research
FSU Claude Pepper Center hosted Dr. Tetyana Shippee for a conversation on promoting quality of life for older adults across long-term care settings. The presentation was followed by a light reception.
First Senate Aging Committee Hearing of New Congress Looks at Wellness
Published: | 10:42 am | Posted in: In the News, News
On Wednesday afternoon, on Jan. 15, 2025, U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) chaired the first Senate Aging Committee hearing of the new Congress, entitled “Improving Wellness Among Seniors: Setting a Standard for the American Dream.” The hearing put the spotlight on America’s senior health, personal and community safety and the benefits of socializing and working […]
Opening Minds Through Art- Art in the Libraries
Published: | 3:02 pm | Posted in: OMA News and Events, Uncategorized
The Opening Minds Through Art exhibit had its opening event on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. This video was made the Art in the Library organization.
U.S. Senate: Improving Wellness Among Seniors
Published: | 10:35 am | Posted in: Dawn C. Carr, Events, In the News, News
Click here to visit the official webpage for this hearing. Click here to watch the full hearing on YouTube.
Disability: 2018-2022 American Community Survey Estimates
Published: | 10:57 am | Posted in: Translational Data Platform
This is a preview of estimates related to disability in the 2018-2022 American Community Survey.
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Licensed Adult Care Facilities in Florida 2024
Published: | 12:01 pm | Posted in: Translational Data Platform
This preview explores licensed adult care facilities in Florida. We consolidate information about employees in the facility, revenue, and licensed beds. This information can be filtered by industry, county, or city. Feel free to explore adult care facility data by location, to help identify regions of the state where service is limited.
2025 OAGE Conference Keynote Speakers
Published: | 8:26 pm | Posted in: Dawn C. Carr, Events
Bowling Green State University and the Ohio Association of Gerontology and Education present the 2025 OAGE Conference. The conference theme is Relationships and Aging: Successes and Challenges with families, Caregivers, and the Workforce. Here are the Keynote speakers: Dawn C. Carr, PHD, MGS, FGSADirector of the Claude Pepper Center,Professor in the Department of Sociology,and Co-Director […]
Claude Pepper Elder Law Moot Court Competition Welcome Reception
Published: | 8:24 pm | Posted in: Dawn C. Carr, Events
FSU Claude Pepper Elder Law Clinic is proud to present the Elder Law Moot Court Competition. The Clinic will host a welcome reception for all competitors on Thursday, November 7. This welcome reception will be attended by lawyers and policy specialists who focus on aging and elder law issues.
What Is Consumer Law?
Published: | 12:07 pm | Posted in: Events
Join the Elder Law Clinic and the Public Interest Law Students Association to learn about the expansive field of consumer law! Elder financial exploitation, financial market regulation, the process of buying a used car, and even arguing to get your full security deposit back from your landlord are all connected to consumer law!
Celebrating One Year of OMA at FSU
Published: | 8:35 pm | Posted in: Events, Health Care, OMA News and Events
Join us: Friday, October 4th at 10AM Claude Pepper Center 1st floor – Broad Auditorium 636 W Call St
Veterans: 2018-2022 American Community Survey Estimates
Published: | 1:33 pm | Posted in: Translational Data Platform
This is a preview of estimates related to veterans in the 2018-2022 American Community Survey.
AARP – Brain Health Lunch and Learn
Published: | 4:36 pm | Posted in: Events, Health Care, Mental Health, Preventive Health
Join AARP FL for a transformative Lunch and Learn session focused on the power of restorative sleep for brain health. Discover the latest research on how quality sleep can enhance cognitive function, mood, and overall health. Tracy Eckles, DDS will provide practical tips on improving sleep patterns and creating a restful environment.
