Our Mission
Improving The Quality of Life for an Aging Society.
The University of Texas School of Nursing at Houston Center on Aging, established in 1987, advocates interdisciplinary activities, recognizing that the care of older persons requires the collaborative effort of all health care professionals in cooperation with each individual and family.
The Center on Aging will achieve its' mission through.
- Research. Conduct, facilitate, and disseminate interdisciplinary research that improves the quality of care and well-being of older adults, their families and the communities in which they live.
- Education. Increase the understanding of aging-related issues among students, faculty, community professionals, and policy makers and the general public.
- Ombudsman Program. Promote the health and well being of older adults and their families through education and advocacy in nursing and assisted living facilities.
- Professional Leadership and Community Service. Provide expertise and leadership to professional and community organizations in order to foster quality of life for an aging society.
