What is the Active Aging Community Center (AACC)?

The Active Aging Community Center helps researchers and practitioners in the active aging field to further their work and facilitate the sharing and discussion of active aging issues. The ultimate goal is to help professionals advance their study of active aging and enhance the delivery of services to older adults.

The AACC focuses on information related to active aging, with an emphasis on physical activity and health. Other areas of coverage include nutrition, mental health, social engagement and spiritual well-being. All information meets at least one of two objectives: to help advance researchers’ work in the study of active aging or assist practitioners in the delivery of services to older adults.

How does the Active Aging Community Center work?

This is an online community in the truest sense of the term. This is a site for, about, and by researchers and practitioners in the active aging field. News and information comes from researchers and practitioners from around the world, and anyone in the field is invited to contribute information.

What are the benefits of participating in the Active Aging Community Center?

Through the Active Aging Community Center, you can benefit from one comprehensive online community to advance your work in the field. This is the place to share information about what you’re working on, learn what your colleagues around the world are doing, and discuss vital issues about active aging.

Through the Active Aging Community Center, you can:

• Share information about your ongoing work, and seek feedback from others.
• Discover your colleagues’ views on hot topics in the field, and contribute to the discussions.
• Learn what’s new in the field, such as research findings, grants awarded, and more.
• Contribute news from your region to keep your global colleagues informed.
• Meet new colleagues and reconnect with others.
• Post listings for jobs, grants, events, and educational opportunities.
• Search for jobs, grants, conferences and events, and educational opportunities.
• Learn more about products and services to help you do your work.

To access the journal Active Aging Today, you must be an AACC+ subscriber. Find out more about the AACC+.

How can I get the most out of the Active Aging Community Center?

Participate, participate, participate! If you haven’t yet registered with the site, please do so now. It’s fast, easy, and free. Register now.
After you have registered, please Login to access special features and services. After logging in, you may set up your profile, access community tools, and more - all for free.

Here are quick ways to get started:

• Set up a profile - Start a blog, post your CV, and let other active aging professionals know who you are.
• Build your network - Invite friends to join you on the AACC.
• Join the Professionals or Student group - Start a conversation on the wall. Ask questions and get feedback from colleagues around the world.

Find out more.

Who is already involved with the Active Aging Community Center?

The Active Aging Community Center is led by a steering committee made up of outstanding, dedicated professionals in the field. Committee members counsel the publisher, Human Kinetics, on how the AACC can best serve the community of researchers and professionals engaged in the active aging field. We also have a team of volunteer reporters and ambassadors.

How may I get involved in the Active Aging Community Center?

The best way to get involved is to explore the site and see which areas interest you. For example, if you know about active aging news in your area, report it.

For more information, please contact us.