Are you based in and serving Western New York or Southeastern Michigan and interested in gaining direct experience in the process of development and implementation of policies at the state and federal levels to improve the lives of older persons and caregivers? Click here to learn more about the HAPF Caregiver Policy Track! Applications for this track are due Saturday, June 1, 2024.

Developing a diverse cadre of leaders focused on changing policy to improve the lives of older Americans

The Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program provides a unique opportunity for professionals in health and aging to gain the experience and skills necessary to make a positive contribution to the development and implementation of health policies that affect older Americans.

Program Overview

The Health and Aging Policy Fellowship

The Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program awards up to 15 fellowships annually for individuals to advance their careers in gerontology. Residential and non-residential tracks are available for individual placement.

Meet the 2023-2024 Health and Aging Policy Fellows

We are thrilled to welcome a new class of fellows to the Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program. This year’s fellows once again represent outstanding scholars and practitioners from across a range of disciplines who promise to continue the tradition of excellence in shaping policies for older Americans.

Health and Aging Policy Fellowship Overview (2 minutes)

Bringing together people who want to change the world.

Fellows are provided with the skills, content, and hands-on experience to be able to offer policy solutions to the health challenges of an increasingly aging population and the barriers to the healthcare system that serves them.

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The Health and Aging Policy Fellowship program is generously supported by:

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