About the Community Innovations for Aging in Place Technical Assistance Resource Center

Our Team

James Thompson

Senior Director, Legislative Affairs

James Thompson’s journey commenced with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the reputable Brown University. Post his undergraduate studies, he pursued a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Columbia University, followed by an MBA from New York University Stern School of Business.

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Brandon Phillips

Substance Safety Consultant

Brandon Phillips holds a distinguished Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His career has been robust with extensive involvement in various aspects of substance management, including marijuana, CBD, drug testing, and counseling on passing drug tests.

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Emma Johnson

Education and Recreational Activities Planner

Emma Johnson pursued a Master’s in Gerontology from the University of Southern California, following a passionate drive to contribute to the quality of life of older adults. Over the years, Emma has focused on developing educational and recreational programs that promote active aging, socialization, and lifelong learning among older adults.

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Timothy Allen

Legal and Financial Advisor

A graduate of Harvard Law School, Timothy Allen specialized in elder law and financial planning, making him a crucial asset to any initiative aimed at serving the older adult population. Over two decades of professional practice, Timothy has advised numerous nonprofits and community-based initiatives, ensuring they navigate the intricate legal and financial landscapes efficiently.

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David Kim

Community Outreach Manager

David Kim is a graduate in Sociology from Cornell University, a foundation that propelled him into over 15 years of work in community outreach and organization roles. The allure of societal dynamics and community development saw David immerse himself in various projects aimed at fostering community relations and engagement.

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Rebecca Lopez

Volunteer Coordination Supervisor

Rebecca Lopez’s educational foundation in Human Services from Northeastern University was the stepping stone into a fulfilling career in community service and volunteer management. Her passion for community involvement and volunteerism led her through various organizations where she honed her skills in volunteer coordination and program development.

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Susan Clarke

Healthcare Services Coordinator

Susan Clarke embarked on her professional path with a Bachelor’s in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. The quest for deeper knowledge led her to acquire a Master’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. Susan’s heart has always been set on geriatric nursing, which drove her to dedicate her career to bettering healthcare delivery to elderly populations in urban settings.

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Dale Porter

Drug Education and Detoxification Specialist

Dale holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from Columbia University, with a specialization in substance abuse education. With over 12 years of experience in the field, Dale has worked with several governmental and non-governmental organizations on drug education, testing, and detoxification programs. In this project, he is responsible for integrating a comprehensive drug education module to educate on the effects of substances on driving and road safety. His extensive network within federal health institutions aids in maintaining an updated curriculum and in fostering collaborative efforts to address substance-related road accidents following MMUCC guidelines.

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About

The Community Innovations for Aging in Place Technical Assistance Resource Center (Center) is a part of the Community Innovations for Aging in Place (CIAIP) program, an Administration on Aging (AoA) demonstration project to promote innovations in aging in place.

Through the leadership of The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), with assistance from UJA-Federation of New York and the United Hospital Fund of New York City, the Center was established within the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act of 2006.

The Center is directed by Visiting Nurse Service of New York with support from a National Advisory Committee, of which JFNA is a member.

The Center commenced in 2009, and serves two important functions:

First, it provides technical assistance to 14 3-year long demonstration projects awarded by AoA in 2009, which were selected from more than 200 applicants to develop, test, and evaluate models of innovative community-based aging services. Jewish Family Service of New Mexico, an affiliate of JFNA, is one of the grantees. The grantees, as a whole, represent a broad and diverse spectrum of providers and program models from around the country. The Center provides individual assistance and oversight to the grantees and fosters collaborations and information sharing among the grant participants.

Second, the Center serves as a general clearinghouse of information, resources, and tools developed through and for the benefit of the CIAIP program. These materials are publicly available at: www.ciaip.org. As the program matures, the web site will include a greater compilation of materials for the benefit of the country’s Aging Services Network, policy makers, and the public at large.

JFNA continues to lead efforts to maintain funding for the CIAIP program and to keep Congress and other policy makers apprised of the work of the Center and CIAIP grantees. We encourage visitors to the NORCs.com site to visit www.ciaip.org as well.