Memory Cafés

• What it is: A welcoming, judgment-free gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners. Enjoy conversation, light refreshments, and activities in a supportive environment.
• Who it's for: People living with dementia and their family members or friends
• When & where: Held multiple times throughout the year at the UIndy campus. 
• Why attend: Connect with others who understand. Take a break from the challenges of dementia. Enjoy time together without stigma or judgment.
• Contact: Becky Fee at feer@uindy.edu

UIndy Caregiver Resource Group

• What it is: Monthly meetings where family caregivers find practical resources, helpful information, and support from others in similar situations.
• Who it's for: Anyone caring for an adult loved one—parent, spouse, partner, friend
• When & where: Monthly virtual meetings 
• What you'll get: Practical tips for caregiving challenges, information about community resources, strategies for taking care of yourself while caregiving, connection with others who understand
• Why attend: Caregiving can be isolating. You don't have to do it alone.
• Contact: Becky Fee at feer@uindy.edu

Aging Expert Speaker Series

• What it is: Free, educational presentations on topics that matter to older adults and those who care for them—health, wellness, legal planning, community resources, and more.
• Who it's for: Older adults, caregivers, and anyone interested in aging well
• When & where: Quarterly throughout the year at the UIndy campus 
• Contact: Becky Fee at feer@uindy.edu

Dementia Friends Sessions

• What it is: Free one-hour educational sessions that break down stigma and help people understand dementia better.
• Who it's for: Anyone who wants to be more supportive of people living with dementia
• How to attend: Contact Becky Fee at feer@uindy.edu to find out about upcoming community sessions or request a session for your group.

Virtual Dementia Tour

• What it is: An immersive experience that helps people understand what it's like to live with dementia
• Who it’s for: Anyone who wants to understand dementia from the inside out. This experience builds empathy that changes how we provide care.
• How to attend: Contact Lidia Dubicki at ldubicki@uindy.edu

Launch Your Career in Aging Services–A career with impact and opportunity.

The aging of our population is creating unprecedented opportunities in healthcare, social services, policy, research, and community programming. If you want a career where you make a real difference, aging services might be your calling.

Why This Field Needs You

As the baby boomer generation ages, the demand for professionals who understand older adults has never been greater. We need:

• Healthcare providers and social workers.
• Program directors and case managers.
• Policy advocates and researchers.
• Community engagement specialists.
• Administrators and nonprofit leaders.

These roles exist across healthcare systems, senior living communities, adult day programs, home health agencies, government organizations, nonprofits, research institutions, and beyond.

How CAC Supports Your Journey

At CAC, we help you prepare for this career through hands-on experience, research opportunities, and mentorship from experts in the field. While we work closely with UIndy's academic programs, we provide real-world learning that complements your classroom education. 

These experiences give you real-world context for your classroom learning—and help you discover what aspect of aging services excites you most.

Here's how you can get involved:

Academic Programs

UIndy offers degree programs and coursework in aging studies. CAC works closely with these programs and collaborates with CAC-Affiliated Faculty who span 12+ disciplines. CAC staff also serve as guest lecturers and advisors for aging-related coursework, bringing practical expertise into the classroom.

Internships & Practicum Placements

Need an internship or practicum? CAC can help connect you with placement sites, including senior living communities, adult day programs, Area Agencies on Aging, healthcare systems, and community organizations. We occasionally have positions available at CAC itself.

Research Opportunities

Get involved in meaningful research by connecting with CAC staff or Affiliated Faculty. Opportunities include data collection and analysis, literature reviews, community engagement, project coordination, and presentation development. Research experience strengthens graduate school applications and résumés—plus you'll build skills that matter in any career.

Student Employment

CAC sometimes has work-study or student employment positions available. These roles give you hands-on experience while earning money for school. Check UIndy's job board or contact CAC directly to inquire about openings.

Experiential Learning

Building an age-friendly community together. Even if you're not formally involved in a project, you can learn by engaging with CAC's community programs:

• Observe Memory Cafés to see person-centered dementia care in action.
• Attend the Aging Expert Speaker Series to learn from professionals.
• Participate in Dementia Friends training to understand stigma reduction.

Partner with Indiana's Leading Center for Aging Expertise

For 25 years, organizations across multiple states have turned to CAC for expert guidance, practical training, and collaborative support. We bring the resources of a university to solve real-world challenges in aging services.

Whether you need help with quality improvement, regulatory compliance, workforce development, or innovative program design, we're ready to work alongside you.

Partners Across Sectors

Senior Living Providers

• Nursing homes / skilled nursing facilities
• Assisted living communities
• Continuing care retirement communities
• Adult day service programs
• Home care agencies

Healthcare Organizations

• Hospitals and health systems
• Primary care practices
• Rehabilitation facilities
• Hospice and palliative care providers

Community-Based Organizations

• Area Agencies on Aging
• Senior centers
• Nonprofit aging services organizations
• Faith-based senior programs
• Housing providers

Government Agencies

• State departments on aging
• Health departments
• Regulatory agencies
• Medicaid offices

Educational Institutions

• Other universities
• Community colleges
• Training programs