ELDERSOURCE INSTITUTE, INC.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

About ElderSource Institute ElderSource Institute provides caregiver training, professional training, education and resources for adults age 50 and older, their caregivers, professionals who serve older adults, as well as adults who care about their own aging. At ElderSource Institute, we Engage, Educate, and Empower. Formed in 2015, ElderSource Institute recognized there is a need for adults to age better and a need for professionals to become better prepared to serve the growing population of older adults. To promote improved health, dignity and independence, we continue to create and implement educational and training programs and provide resources that empower and enhance the lives of older adults living in Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, St. Johns and Volusia counties. ElderSource Institute is the sister company of ElderSource, the only state accredited Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) serving seven counties in Northeast Florida. As an Area Agency on Aging, ElderSource is charged with identifying the needs of older adults and their caregivers and contracting with local providers to deliver home and community based services to address those needs. ElderSource provides the oversight and stewardship of those contracts and funds. As an Aging and Disability Resource Center, ElderSource, provides a “one-stop-shop” to assist older adults and adults with disabilities age 18 and older with information and access to the many services, programs, and agencies that are available, including state public assistance services, long term care, Medicaid, food stamps, and private-pay options. By delivering an improved and holistic care experience, ElderSource promotes a healthier population, while actually reducing per capita health care costs. ElderSource Institute’s Guiding Principles: Heidi Katz is the Director of Business Innovation and Development for ElderSource Institute, the educational and training arm of ElderSource, the Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northeast Florida. Heidi’s career background is in corporate healthcare business development. With a passion for the senior community, Heidi moved to the nonprofit world following the ElderSource Institute mission to create opportunities for people to age and live with independence and dignity. Jacklyn Overby is the Special Projects Coordinator for ElderSource Institute. With a background in Social Work, Jacklyn has spent the past decade working in the non-profit community in areas of direct service, human rights advocacy and program development. Joining the team at ElderSource Institute, Jacklyn strives to support the senior community through researching and developing opportunities to enrich the lives of the aging population. ElderSource Institute LGBT Advisory Committee The ElderSource Institute LGBT Advisory Committee is made up of members of the LGBT community and straight allies. The Committee meets quarterly to review training activity, receive feedback from the trainers’ experiences, provide suggestions, and plan for future activities. ElderSource Institute’s Guiding Principles: individuals to age and live with independence and dignity. ElderSource Institute connects to and engages with individuals age 50 and older through opportunities that enhance their lives and their communities. Leveraging our leadership and expertise, ElderSource Institute supports professionals in being better informed and more proactive in responding to the needs of people as they age. ElderSource Institute provides proven education and training programs for older adults, caregivers, professionals serving older adults and individuals who care about their own aging. Whether you need general information about caring for yourself or a loved one, or training on aging for your organization, ElderSource Institute has proven resources to meet your needs. Here, you will find expert knowledge and a broad local network of professionals who will provide you with the most personalized experience on all matters of aging. The essence of who we are and what we feel doesn’t change because our bodies age. At ElderSource Institute we support individuals to Our Mission: ElderSource Institute provides access to the most trusted resources, expert knowledge and local networks on all matters of aging. We strive to positively impact the lives of older adults and those who care for them. ElderSource Institute values all people – including but not limited to all nationalities, socio-economic backgrounds, abilities, races, genders, religious perspectives, sexual orientations and gender identities – in everything we do. We welcome the unique insights and perspectives of all persons in our quest to fulfill our mission. At ElderSource Institute we Engage, Educate, and Empower. Contact ElderSource Institute ElderSource Institute provides proven education programs and resources for older adults, their caregivers, and professionals serving older adults, as well as seniors who care about their own health. Find ElderSource Institute