Our Mission:
At the Social Connections and Aging Lab, our mission is to enhance social connections and address loneliness and social isolation to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life among older adults. Our approach involves rigorous population-level health and policy research, partnership with community-based interventions, and collaboration across disciplines to advance this goal.
Lab Overview:
The Social Connections and Aging Lab is a dynamic and forward-thinking research group dedicated to promoting social connections, combating loneliness, and mitigating social isolation among older adults. With a multidisciplinary approach, we conduct cutting-edge research and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive evidence-based policies and interventions.
Our team of students, trainees, faculty, and community partners work in tandem to uncover the underlying causes and consequences of social isolation and loneliness among older adults. By examining the social determinants of health and employing a health equity lens, we strive to reduce disparities and enhance social connectedness for all older adults, particularly those from marginalized communities. Visit our website to learn more about our work and join us in creating a society that values and nurtures the social well-being of older adults.