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GRACE Educational Event:
Finding Funding for Aging Services and Research in a Resourse-Limited Environment

May 1, 2026
12:00 - 1:30PM CT

Zoom Webinar

1.5 CEUs

Free

Registration Required

Join us for an important and free lecture from the GRACE Program at UT Social Work featuring John Feather, PhD.

This workshop examines the current and evolving funding landscape for aging services and research in a resource-limited environment. Participants will explore federal, state, and philanthropic funding sources, consider how anticipated changes may affect aging programs, and identify emerging opportunities and strategies to support services and research for older adults.

At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Describe the current landscape of federal, state, and philanthropic funding for aging programs, services, and research;
Explain how expected changes will impact a selection of programs in aging; and,
Consider whether there are new sources of funding emerging and in what areas.

About The GRACE Program

The Gerontology Resources and the Aging Community in Education (GRACE) Program is a practicum-based learning program designed to increase students’ knowledge of and experience with older adults. The GRACE program is co-directed by Professor Joan Asseff, LCSW-S, Assistant Dean for Master’s Programs and Anna Finger, LCSW, Clinical Assistant Professor. The directors work closely with practicum instructors employed at community agencies in aging services in the Austin area to create impactful internships for students. The students’ practicum experience is complemented by GRACE program educational enrichment events, held approximately six times each academic year. These events provide specialized knowledge in areas relevant to social work practice in gerontology.