Press Releases

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) is partnering with Plans4Care, Inc., to offer clinicians, care managers, and health and human service professionals a certificate in engaging family caregivers through The Confident Caregiver online course. It is an innovative, brief, self-paced training experience that provides the skills and tools necessary for participants to confidently engage with family caregivers of individuals with complex conditions as part of their workflows.

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) supports the 2026-27 respiratory season vaccine evidence review released on September 2, 2026, by the Vaccine Integrity Project (VIP) in collaboration with the American Medical Association.

The National Center to Reframe Aging — the leader of the movement to transform how we think and talk about aging — is welcoming registrants for the Wednesday, September 16, livestream of Summit 2026: The Movement to Reframe Aging. This one-day convening will bring together thought leaders, federal representatives, and professionals across multiple sectors who are reshaping the narrative around aging to improve health and well-being across the lifespan.

The Board of Directors of the Gerontological Society of America announced today that James C. Appleby, BSPharm, MPH, DSc (Hon), has informed the board of his intention to conclude his service as chief executive officer when his current employment contract ends this December, marking the completion of 18 years of leadership.

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) — the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization focused on aging — is proud to announce its newest elected officers. These individuals were chosen by GSA’s membership, which consists of more than 6,000 researchers, educators, and practitioners.