HELLO!
I’m Karisha Solomon.
I’m a Gerontologist with a passion for inspiring people to live their best lives.
What is gerontology? (thanks www.USC.edu)
Gerontology, as defined in the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is “the comprehensive study of aging and the problems of the aged.” Many people confuse gerontology with geriatrics. Whereas geriatrics focuses strictly on the medical conditions and disease of aging, gerontology is a multidisciplinary study that incorporates biology, psychology, and sociology. Because gerontology deals with multi-faceted aspects of aging, gerontology professionals can be found in a variety of industries including health care, government, nonprofits and the business community. Every course and career has been concentrated on the aging population giving me special training and tools.
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Some Facts About Me
- I studied Gerontology at Ithaca College with a minor in Health Care Administration
- MGS stand for Masters in Gerontological Studies (not to be confused with MSG- no preservatives here).
- I received my MGS in 2008 from Miami University
- Gerontologist is my official title but I like the term lifestyle designer or independent living consultant
- My career path has given me the opportunity to be a Nurses Aide, a Caregiver Coordinator, a Professor of Gerontology and an Executive Director for an aging services non profit that focusing on aging in place and independence. Yikes! I have worked in the aging field for over 20 years.
- I take great pride in showing people how products and spaces can be stylish and functional.
- I utilize the whole person approach with all my clients.
- When I was young I used to ride my bike to the next town over to volunteer as a candy striper. Even at that young age I choose to work with the nursing home residents by bringing them magazines and just holding their hand while listening to them talk. See the image below!
