Journalism Grants
Funding For:
Journalists in Aging Fellows Program
Health Disparities / Substance Use
Recipient:
The Gerontological Society of America
Grant Period:
Dec 09, 2021 - Dec 31, 2022
AMOUNT:
$15,000.00
Summary of the Project:
Journalists often lack the resources to learn about the health issues of older adults. This fellowship will educate reporters about issues affecting older adults, fostering professional development and training them to cover topics such as brain health, Alzheimer’s disease, and Medicare.
About the Grantee:
The Gerontological Society of America is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization devoted to research, education, and practice in the field of aging. GSA’s principal mission — and that of its 5,500 members — is to promote the study of aging and disseminate information to scientists, decision makers, and the general public.
Related Grantee Work
November 30, 2022
Older adults face Medicare hurdles for substance use treatment
Experts say Medicare has gaps in coverage for substance abuse disorders.
Learn MoreAuthor: Jessie Hellmann
November 11, 2022
How racism skewed estimates of heart disease in women
People of color tend to “age” faster, resulting in imprecise estimates of the timing of heart disease and diabetes.
Learn MoreAuthor: Jyoti Madhusoodanan