Orange, Calif., July 16, 2013 — For the 13th consecutive year, UC Irvine Medical Center has been listed among “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report and is ranked in the top 50 nationally in three specialties: 30th for geriatrics, 47th for kidney disorders and 48th for urology. “UC Irvine Health is committed […]
UC Irvine’s Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect has developed an app to help law enforcement and first responders in California understand laws about elder abuse and neglect.
UC Irvine gerontologist Kerry Burnight has learned a lot about how to live well and make the most of each day, not just in later years but now.
UC Irvine’s Program in Geriatrics will use federal grant for pilot program to preventing the abuse of people with dementia, called Take AIM Against Elder Abuse.
Annual US News hospital survey includes UC Irvine program in geriatrics among the best in the nation.
UC Irvine elder abuse experts launch campaign to unite generations against physical, financial and emotional neglect of vulnerable adults.
UCI experts will train staff and support nursing home residents.
The UC Irvine Program in Geriatrics has instituted an innovative live theater performance that highlights the dos and don’ts of patient care for older adults.
It will serve as clearinghouse for information, research and best practices.
UCI will be a clearinghouse for practical information supporting federal, state and local efforts to prevent, identify and effectively respond to elder abuse.