Forum on Aging, Disability, and Independence

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Description

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine have formed the Forum on Aging, Disability, and Independence to foster dialogue and address issues of mutual interest and concern related to aging and disability. The National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine will convene a forum of relevant stakeholders from the federal sector, academia, industry, professional associations, and advocacy groups that will provide a structured environment to define and discuss issues within the long-term services and supp...

Eligible Applicants- Unrestricted

Additional Eligibility Information

The Forum aims to serve all individuals with respect to long-term supports and services preferences regardless of age or disability.

Funding TypeotherCategories of Funding Activity- Health and Medicine- Policy for Science and Technology

Grantor Contact InformationTracy Lustig, Responsible Staff OfficerGrantor Emailtlustig@nas.eduOther Grantor InformaitonThe National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide independent, objective advice to inform policy with evidence, spark progress and innovation, and confront challenging issues for the benefit of society. They are comprised of three academies: the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the National Academy of Medicine. The organization convenes hundreds of conferences, workshops, and symposia annually, bringing together leading experts from academia, public, and private sectors. Their work focuses on providing high-quality, evidence-based consensus on complex scientific, engineering, and health-related challenges. They produce peer-reviewed reports, publish scientific journals, and serve as a trusted source of expert advice for policymaking. The National Academies mobilize approximately 6,000 top experts each year who volunteer their time and knowledge to conduct policy studies, workshops, and other activities aimed at addressing critical issues facing the nation and world.

Additional informationThe Forum on Aging, Disability, and Independence is co-chaired by Stephen Ewell and Rebecca Jackson Stoeckle. It includes members from academia, industry, and professional associations. Additional URLs:

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/26721

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/26547

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/26157

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/25998

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/25427

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/25029

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/24787

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/21662

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/18735

Supporting Linkhttps://www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/forum-on-aging-disability-and-independence