About the modules

These continuing education modules were developed by the NC Gerontology Consortium of the Institute on Aging for people who work with older adults. We hope that the modules provide insightful information that is useful in your daily activities. Enjoy!

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Understanding Dementia

Focuses on the causes, frequency, and treatments of dementia

By: J. Keith and L. Lecci

Making Ends Meet in Retirement

Investigates the financial challenges facing older adults

By: C. Bird and L. Bearon

Introduction to Evidence-Based Programs

Explores how to use evidence to make programmatic decisions

By: S. Crawford Leak and R. Seymour

Successful Aging

Provides suggestions on how to successfully transition to older adulthood

By: K. Daniels and D. Dran

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