Interdisciplinary Center on Aging

The University of Missouri Interdisciplinary Center on Aging brings together University of Missouri health providers, researchers and educators who are focused on the needs of the rapidly growing older adult population.

The Center is built on the strong foundation of links that exist among nearly 100 faculty members representing six schools, five colleges and more than 30 departments.

Collaboration in the Community

TigerPlace independent living is an active retirement community developed by Americare in affiliation with the MU Sinclair School of Nursing. The Neighborhoods Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing by TigerPlace offers a new approach to senior care with a uniquely innovative spirit.

What's New

Seminars on Aging will resume when Fall Semester 2013 begins.

David Lile Show

8:35 a.m.
Fri., May 17, 2013

Tune into the David Lile Show, 1400 AM or KFRU.com to hear David Oliver, "redirected" Deputy Director of the ICOA, discuss research and education on aging happening at the University of Missouri. This month's special guest is David Mehr, William C. Allen Professor in Family and Community Medicine and Director of Research in MU's Department of Family and Community Medicine. Dr. Mehr's topic: Why I Chose Geriatrics--the Joys and Challenges.

I Am Breathing
Documentary screening followed by panel discussion
Ragtag Theatre
5:30 PM
June 20, 2013

23rd Annual Caring for the Frail Elderly Conference

August 16-17, 2013
Holiday Inn Select Executive Center
Columbia, Missouri

Show Me Summit on Aging & Health 2013
It's All About Seniors--Aging Well
August 21-23, 2013
Capital Plaza Hotel
Jefferson City, Missouri

Conversations about Health and Aging: Click here to watch the video.

MU Interdisciplinary Center on Aging
M245A Medical Sciences Building
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO 65212
Phone: (573) 884-3337
E-mail: aging@missouri.edu