Black in Aging

Black in Aging is owned and managed by @blackingeron

[Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation]

Dr. Darlingtina Esiaka has seen the impact that Alzheimer’s has on families, including her own. When she was very young, her grandmother exhibited behaviors and symptoms that, at the time, her family didn’t fully understand and attributed to other things. But now, as an Alzheimer’s researcher, those experiences have given her a retrospective awareness.

Dr. Esiaka conducts community-engaged research in Black communities and witnesses the challenges associated with caring for those living with dementia. These experiences motivate her interest in uncovering insights that can lead to better care, earlier diagnosis and effective interventions.

As an #ALZFunded researcher, Dr. Esiaka feels empowered with an invaluable opportunity to contribute to advancing Alzheimer’s research. “It represents trust in my work and my ability to contribute ideas and solutions that could make a meaningful impact on individuals, families and communities affected by dementia.” #ENDALZ #BlackHistoryMonth

[Robert W. Turner II @robertturnerphd]

Who Dat Nation: Join us, for Free 2025 #bmbh event @xula1925 during @superbowl50 week. @mensbrainhealth disparities, focusing on @healthequity in @alzassociation disease and the underrepresentation of Black men. Online or In Person
Register at: https://t.co/bawnw2qmhz
@NOLAnews

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

If you’ve made it to Seattle tonight, come out and support our HBCU Aging Ambassadors as they share their research. We are in Sheraton Ballroom B. Black in Aging! @HBCUaging @blackinaging

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

2024 HBCU Aging conference reception. Celebrating Black in Aging. #BIGG ⁦@HBCUaging⁩

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

First day of our HBCU Aging pre conference workshop. @HBCUaging @geronsociety

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

With support from @BWFUND and @AFARorg, we made it possible for some of our students to attend the HBCU Aging conference in Seattle. @HBCUaging @amays_bwfund @DrBondsJohnson

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

If you are at #GSA2024 Come see us! ⁦@HBCUaging⁩

[Runcie C.W. Chidebe @runciecwc]

We are so grateful to @BWFUND & @AFARorg for supporting @BlackInGeron to support students to attend the HBCU Aging conference at @geronsociety annual meeting in Seattle. We appreciate you! #GSA2024 #GSA

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

The amazing ⁦@pbaJackson⁩ educating us about community, racism and justice. ⁦@HBCUaging⁩

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

We are about to kick off Day 2 of our HBCU Aging workshop at the annual GSA conference in Seattle. @HBCUaging @geronsociety @Dkesiaka

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

The incredible @raymondajetson blessing us with his wisdom at the HBCU aging workshop. Thank you @raymondajetson for supporting us and delivering an engaging talk. @agingwhileblk @HBCUaging

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

Dr. Melissa Gerard of @NIHAging educating us about NIA’s commitment to workforce diversity in aging research. @HBCUaging

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

Celebrating our inaugural HBCU Aging Ambassadors. We can’t wait for the world to learn about the incredible work you do. ⁦@HBCUaging⁩ ⁦@Dkesiaka⁩

[Darlingtina Esiaka, PhD, CPH, CPG @Dkesiaka]

Thank you @raymondajetson for showing up for us today. We are forever grateful to have you in our corner. @agingwhileblk @ccnwakasi @BlackInGeron @blackinaging

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

We have a full house! Thank you to everyone who came out to support us and participate in insightful discussion of decolonizing aging research. @HBCUaging

[Darlingtina Esiaka, PhD, CPH, CPG @Dkesiaka]

I am so proud of our all Black women symposium at #GSA2024. Thank you to everyone who came out to support us. Let’s go again next year! ⁦@citeblackwomen⁩ ⁦@BlackInGeron⁩ ⁦@blackinaging⁩

[Darlingtina Esiaka, PhD, CPH, CPG @Dkesiaka]

Join us on June 6, 2024, for the next Neuroscience Mentoring Club, hosted by the @ISTAART’s Diversity and Disparities PIA. See you there! @BlackInNeuro @BlackInGeron @SoBlackNeuro

[Adam Smith @BetterResearch]

The ISTAART Diversity PIA @DDisparitiesPIA @istaart is hosting their next Neuroscience Mentoring Club on the 6th June with Dr Darlingtina Esiaka @Dkesiaka from the University of Kentucky.

https://t.co/Ko6xzuWN1r

[Black in Gerontology & Geriatrics @BlackInGeron]

🗣️@blackingeron & the Gerontological Society of America’s (GSA) HBCU Collaborative Interest Group are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2024 HBCU Aging Ambassadors Program (HAAP).
See flyer for info.
Application due date: May 31, 2024.
@blackinxnetwork

[Fayron (Dr. Fayron) Epps PhD,RN,FAAN @QOL4olderadults]

Calling all faith leaders!! Let's learn together how to better support our parishioners facing dementia! #altersummit24
RSVP: https://t.co/derXw2WdQX