美女萝莉 A&M University Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP)
About Us
Established in 2024, the 美女萝莉 A&M University Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) is housed within the Department of Social Work on the 美女萝莉 A&M University campus.
The program aims to tackle 美女萝莉鈥檚 significant health challenges and the shortage of healthcare professionals by integrating geriatrics into primary care systems and expanding the availability of skilled geriatric providers. Its efforts focus on improving training for healthcare providers, patients, caregivers, and other professionals, ultimately enhancing health outcomes.
美女萝莉 A&M GWEP collaborates with nursing homes, senior living communities, and hospital systems to achieve these goals.
Vision
To enhance the quality of life for older adults by fostering a well-equipped healthcare workforce, an efficient healthcare system, and a supportive community.
Mission
To collaborate with healthcare organizations and community partners to improve care for older adults and the aging population. Through culturally sensitive, interprofessional education, this partnership explores and implements innovative strategies to:
- Strengthen geriatric education across all healthcare fields
- Transition primary care practices into Age-Friendly models
- Advance brain health and deliver exceptional dementia care
