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What is the Optimal Aging Scholar Program?

The Optimal Aging Scholar Program prepares students and professionals to promote the health and well-being of older adults through education, research and community engagement.

Scholars participate in specialized learning opportunities focused on age-friendly care, innovation in aging services and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through this program, they gain valuable experience working alongside experts and community partners to promote optimal aging. 

Program requirements

To earn the Optimal Aging Scholar designation, participants must

  • Complete FlourishCare online modules
  • Attend an Interprofessional Case Management Experience (ICME) session
  • Attend a Project ECHO session
  • Attend IMPACT-4Ms (Interprofessional Model for Practice, Age-Friendly Care and Teamwork)
  • Present or complete a poster presentation for Optimal Aging Conference

Who is eligible?

  • Health care learners enrolled in higher education institutions
  • Faculty and preceptors at higher education institutions
  • Professionals across the health care field
  • Health team support staff

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This publication is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $5 million with zero percentage financed with nongovernmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.