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Symposium

Interdisciplinary

Climate Change and Older People

Thursday, November 14, 2024
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM PST
Location: Room 616
CE: 1.5

The symposium focuses on the intersection of climate change impacts and the aging population. It includes presentations on the unique vulnerabilities of older adults to climate-induced disasters, the effect of heat exposure on their immune functions, the implications of extreme temperatures on healthcare utilization among the elderly in Europe, insights from older adults on climate change through a photovoice study, and strategies for building resilient communities for older adults. Each presentation would draw from comprehensive research and findings to highlight the need for targeted interventions and policies that address the specific challenges faced by older populations in the context of a changing climate.

Climate Change and Aging Interest Group Sponsored Symposium

Learning Objectives:

  • understand how climate change disproportionately impacts older adults, and see the urgent need for community resilience strategies that prioritize the needs and safety of this demographic
  • learn about a range of solutions and interventions across various sectors such as housing, healthcare, and emergency management that can enhance climate resilience for aging communities

Presentations:

  • 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM PST
    Climate Resilience for an Aging Nation

    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Nichole Kain, PhD, MA, OTR/L – Antioch University New England

  • 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM PST
    Heat Exposure and Adaptive Immunity Among Older US Adults

    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Eunyoung Choi, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Southern California

  • 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM PST
    Climate Change and Longevity in Europe: A Scoping Review on Health Care Use During Extreme Air Temperatures

    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Linda Enroth, PhD (she/her/hers) – Tampere University, Finland

  • 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM PST
    Using Photovoice to Gain a Deeper Understanding of Older Adults Experience of Climate Change

    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Hui Zhao, PhD, RN (she/her/hers) – James Madison University

  • 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM PST
    Building and Supporting Resilient Communities for Older Adults

    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Elana F. Kieffer, MBA (she/her/hers) – The New York Academy of Medicine