As our Gerontologist Kimberly A. Carlson will research and answer questions that you have related to the issues facing older adults.

Kimberly has worked as:

• the president and founder of Assisted Living Store, Inc.
• a consultant for the "Senior Safe Home" project in southern Minnesota 
• the coordinator of the "Elder Leader" project in Minnesota
• a grants writer for the development of the Minnesota Center on Aging
• an organizer of the "Elderhostel" program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
• a developer of the "Second Wind" radio show for seniors in Minnesota
• a consultant for the Dare to Dream Project (make a wish program for seniors)
• the Wellness Coordinator in rural Cochise County, Arizona
• an Extension Educator for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, she provided training and workshops on financial management, nutrition, and limited mobility exercise programs for older adults

Gerontology is defined as the study of healthy aging.  Geriatrics is the study of illness and disease related to aging.  Kimberly holds a Masters Degree in Gerontology and has had experience in dealing with many senior issues.  She will try and answer most of your questions in a timely manner.  If, however, Kimberly is unable to answer your question she will refer you to another source that may have your answer.      

Questions may include, but are not limited to:

• senior product information
• illness and disease 
• wellness, health, and nutrition
• home safety and modification

In addition to answering your question, Kimberly is also available for consultation, speaking engagements, seminars and conferences.  All questions are answered FREE of charge.  Please submit your questions to: Gerontologist@AssistedLivingStore.com