Center for Aging & Community Services
Putting Knowledge Into Action
At CAC, we don't just study aging—we put knowledge into action. Through consulting, research, community programs, and education, we're tackling real challenges and creating meaningful change.
Whether you're an organization looking for expert guidance, a community member seeking support, or a student preparing for a career that matters, we're here to help.
What makes us different:
- University-based expertise with real-world experience
- Interdisciplinary expertise from faculty across multiple fields
- Research-informed but always practical
- Long-term partnerships, not one-time transactions
- Proven track record across five states and multiple sectors
Our team brings expertise in:
- Clinical & Care Delivery
- Dementia care
- Person-centered practices
- Infection prevention
- Falls prevention
- Medication management
- End-of-life care
- Operations & Compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance
- Risk management
- HCBS settings
- Survey preparation
- Organizational Development
- Strategic planning
- Culture change
- Leadership development
- Workforce training
- Performance improvement
- Policy & Systems
- Medicaid policy
- State regulations
- Healthcare finance
- Access to services
- System navigation
We deliver customized training for professionals working with older adults—on-site, virtual, and train-the-trainer formats available.
What we offer
- Tailored workshops and courses on dementia care
- Infection prevention
- Person-centered practices
- Regulatory compliance
- Workforce development
- Leadership skills
We conduct applied research that addresses real-world challenges in aging services and evaluate programs to help organizations understand what's working and what to improve.
What we offer
- Applied research projects
- Program development
- Program evaluation
- Needs assessments
- Data analysis and reporting
We partner with senior care providers, healthcare organizations, and community agencies to improve care quality and navigate complex challenges. Our approach is collaborative—we work alongside your team to develop practical, sustainable solutions.
What we offer
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Strategic planning
- Policy implementation support
- Regulatory compliance guidance
- Culture change facilitation
- Workforce capacity building
We bring people and organizations together to address community-wide challenges and opportunities in aging services.
What we offer
- Stakeholder engagement and facilitation
- Community needs assessment
- Coalition building
- Partnership development
From government agencies to nonprofits to for-profit organizations, we partner with clients across sectors to tackle real challenges in aging services. Every project is different—but the goal is always the same: improving quality of life for people as they age.
Ready to explore a partnership?
Contact us at tisdalee@uindy.edu—we'll discuss your goals and see if we’re a good fit.