Sanford Center for Aging

The mission of the Sanford Center for Aging is to enhance the quality of life and well-being among elders through education, clinical services, translational research, and community outreach.

• About Us
  Our mission is to enhance the quality of life and well-being among elders through education, translational research, and community outreach As part of the School of Medicine at the University of Nevada, Reno, we bring this mission to life through a variety of programs, services, educational coursework and clinical services, all designed to improve the quality of life for elders:
  
  Sanford Center Geriatric Specialty Clinic: Our specialty care clinic offers a "whole person" assessment and chronic care management services, provided by a multidisciplinary team, centered around the goals, strengths and needs of each client.
  
  Sanford Center Community Outreach Programs: The Center develops and offers a variety of community outreach programs intended to meet the physical, mental and social needs of elders in our community.
  
  Gerontology Education: We offer premier learning programs for undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals interested in the field of aging. We are committed to educating students about aging as well as serving the community by organizing events with older adults within the community.
  
  Nevada Geriatric Education Center: The Nevada Geriatric Education Center is committed to improving the health care delivered to older adults by providing education, information, and resources to health professionals and faculty.
  
  Translational Research: The Center supports faculty and students engaged in aging-related research from across the University of Nevada, Reno. Through collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches, the Center strives to promote an enhanced understanding of aging and the aging experience.
• Our Impact
  Washoe County is one of the fastest ageing communities in the United States and 35% of older adults report having at least one disability and the vast majority report feelings of social isolation and loneliness. Low income elders face higher rates of limitations due to functional disabilities and are at an increased risk of being institutionalized.
  
  The Sanford Center for Aging works with over 2,000 older adults each year to help ensure that elders live dignified and meaningful lives that
  offers programs that enable elders to thrive in community.