July 07, 2026 Gerontological Society of America Selects 2026 Fellows The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) — the nation’s oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization focused on aging — has named 50 exemplary professionals as its newest fellows.
June 24, 2026 GSA Launches New Web-Based KAER Toolkit for the Management of Obesity in Older Adults The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) has released a new edition of The GSA KAER Toolkit for the Management of Obesity in Older Adults in an online format. It is designed to help primary care teams take a comprehensive and structured approach to managing obesity, a chronic disease that affects more than 40% of all adults in the United States.
June 16, 2026 Recognition for Senior Centers Grows Under National Center to Reframe Aging, Pennsylvania Department of Aging Partnership The National Center to Reframe Aging joined a Pennsylvania Department of Aging-hosted Community Conversation in Philadelphia on June 10 to showcase research and communication guidance from the National Center that are helping maximize the potential of senior community centers as vibrant community spaces — similar to libraries or parks — where older adults can stay active and independent.
June 15, 2026 Report Calls for Evidence-Based Strategies to Address Alzheimer's-Related Psychosis “Alzheimer’s-Related Psychosis: Interdisciplinary Perspectives for Understanding and Responding to Delusions and Hallucinations” — the latest report in The Gerontological Society of America’s Insights & Implications in Gerontology series — underscores the clinical, emotional, and societal impact of psychosis in individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and stresses the need for comprehensive, person-centered approaches to care.
June 11, 2026 Fellowships Will Advance Reporters’ Coverage of Aging-Related Topics The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) has received renewed grant support to welcome a 17th class of reporters for the Journalists in Aging Fellows Program. The current funders include Silver Century Foundation, The John A. Hartford Foundation, The Commonwealth Fund, National Institute for Health Care Management Foundation (NIHCM), and Health Foundation for Western & Central New York. Applications are due July 24.