ADDRESSING Model Age & Generation Resources

University Resources

• Ohio University Respite Volunteer Program (opens in a new window)—This program provides free respite services for caregivers of adults with disabilities (including dementia).
• Ohio University Emeriti Association (opens in a new window)—This group is open to any Ohio University Emeriti faculty who wish to pay the dues and join the association. The association encourages interaction of Emeriti through monthly meetings, speakers on topics of interest to the groups, trips to cultural programs, and coordination of volunteer opportunities in the community and university (including the Emeriti Park).
• Resources for nontraditional students (opens in a new window)—Commuter student services offers special advising, free tutoring, and a 24-hour access to a commuter lounge with lockers, fridge, microwave, tables, chairs, TV, computers, and couches.

Certificate Programs

• Undergraduate Gerontology Certificate (opens in a new window)
• Graduate Gerontology Certificate (opens in a new window)

The university offers certificates for graduate and undergraduate students who complete extra course and experience in aging areas. These certificates are currently under revision by a Faculty Learning Committee headed by Dr. Julie Suhr of the Psychology Department and in collaboration with members of the Collaborative on Aging.

Community Resources

• Area Agency on Aging
• United Seniors of Athens County
• Artful Aging Ohio (opens in a new window)
• Silver Sneakers at the Community Center (opens in a new window)
• Athens County Senior Center
• Athens Village (opens in a new window)
• Senior Companions (opens in a new window)
• Foster Grandparents (opens in a new window)
• Retired Senior Volunteers (opens in a new window)
• John J. Gerlach Center for Senior Health (opens in a new window)
• SE Ohio Aging and Disability Resource Network (opens in a new window)
• SE Ohio Home Health Care and Hospice Network (opens in a new window)