As the world faces an unprecedented demand for healthcare research and clinical services for aging adults, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing faculty is dedicated to meeting this demand. We view the role of nursing as one of promoting and advocating for the maintenance of physical function, personal autonomy, and the continuation of emotional and social connections of all aging adults, including those belonging to diverse populations and living in underserved areas.
Our research, teaching, and practice create the core activities for transforming the healthcare and improving both the quality of life for all aging adults.
Carolina Gerontological Nurses Week
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Events planned for the week:
The Gero Interest Group is once again sponsoring Carolina Gerontological Nursing Week. Our speaker will be Dr. Beth Barba, PhD, RN, FAGHE, FAAN, Professor in the Community Practice Department at UNC-Greensboro. Read the event flyer.
She will speak twice on Thursday, October 15: 12 noon in Carrington, room 208, "Dementia and Delirium" and at
3:00 at UNCH 8 Bedtower conference room, "Decision-Making at the End-of-Life", with discussion of a case study to follow (contact Dr. Julie Page).
Poster session in the New Addition Lobby (contact Alisa Watson-Mebane)
Watch for late breaking news of events during Carolina Gerontological Nurses Week!
