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Fall 2024 Newsletter

Message from our Center Director

With the new semester underway, we are excited to unveil new projects and collaborations within our community. The Csomay team is enthusiastic about sharing our recent efforts and what you can expect in the coming months.

This month’s newsletter highlights key aspects of the Csomay Center’s strategic plan to build and sustain diverse partnerships and collaborative networks. Inside, you will discover a link to our 2023-2024 Impact Report and meet another recipient of the University of Iowa Center for Advancement’s (UICA) Eight Over 80 award. The UICA award represents Iowa alumni making an impact in their community. You will also read updates on our Optimal Aging Initiative. Additionally, we provide a community resource and a sneak peek of our inaugural podcast.

In all our efforts, our mission remains steadfast: to foster optimal aging and enhance the quality of life for older adults and their caregivers.

Harleah G. Buck, PhD, RN, FPCN, FAHA, FGSA, FAAN

Sally Mathis Hartwig Professor in Gerontological Nursing

Director of the Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence

University of Iowa College of Nursing

Csomay Center News

The Csomay Center is thrilled to share our 2023-2024 Impact Report!

When reading our Impact Report you will learn about the Csomay Center's recent successes and future Center goals.

Click to view Impact Report

Meet Community Member and Eight Over 80 Award Recipient

Pam Willard

Pam Willard is a dedicated community health advocate who has impacted communities across multiple states and even worked in Slovakia. With a background in nursing and public health, she has assisted diverse populations, from new mothers in California to older adults in Iowa. As an Eight Over 80 recipient, Pam remains hopeful about the future and continues to showcase her enthusiasm and Hawkeye spirit in her work.

Read the rest of Pam's story here

The Optimal Aging Initiative with Jen Jones

This summer was filled with meaningful connections, highlighted by the launch of an adult child caregiver’s support group and Jen’s participation in Grandparent University. In August, partnerships led to successful events like the Stanley Sage event and a Healthy Aging Fair, with Jen and Jeff Kellbach making their radio debut on KCJJ’s Senior Talk. For more information or to have Jen present about the Csomay Center, you can contact her at jennifer-e-jones@uiowa.edu.

Complex Care in the Community

Complex Care in the Community (CCIC) is a specialized group founded in 2016, comprised of clinical faculty nurses from the University of Iowa College of Nursing who have extensive experience practicing in community based settings with people with complex health care issues.

Read more about CCIC

Other Updates

The Csomay Center team has started a podcast!

We have already recorded our first episode for season one and have begun the post-production phase. In our first episode, you’ll hear a conversation about the Csomay Center, the work we do, and why we do it.

Stay tuned for The Embracing the Journey of Aging Podcast with the Csomay Center!

Listen to a sneak peek below!

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If you are seeking opportunities to enhance your involvement with our organization and be a part of a community, consider becoming a Csomay Center Member!

We offer memberships for students, faculty, individuals, and community organizations. Each provides opportunities to connect with fellow members, collaborate on initiatives, and contribute to collective efforts to create a better future for optimal aging.

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The Csomay Center is committed to advancing innovations in research, education, and practice to promote optimal aging and quality of life for all older adults and their caregivers.

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