THAT’S ONE WAY TO DO IT: THE EXPERIENCE OF SUCCESSFULLY PURSUING AND IMPLEMENTING THE AFU DESIGNATION
2024
Implementing Age-Friendly University Designation at the University of Utah
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Author Information
Author(s): Friberg-Felsted Katarina
Primary Institution: University of Utah
Conclusion
The University of Utah successfully pursued and implemented the Age-friendly University designation through collaboration and strategic planning.
Supporting Evidence
- The University of Utah has been involved in gerontology education and research for 51 years.
- Collaboration with various university entities was crucial for gaining support for the AFU designation.
- Strategic planning for age-friendliness is ongoing with multiple initiatives.
Takeaway
The University of Utah worked together to make their campus better for older people by getting a special Age-friendly University title.
Methodology
A matrix of age-friendly initiatives was developed and used to gain support from various university entities.
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