Cornelia Kricheldorff

Prof. Cornelia Kricheldorff is a retired Professor of Social Gerontology at Katholische Hochschule Freiburg. Her career spans over four decades in social pedagogy, gerontology, and healthcare research. She holds a Dr. phil. from the University of Rostock and has led numerous research initiatives addressing aging populations, care systems, and social inclusion. Key roles included managing the Nursing School at ISBW Neustrelitz and leading federal model projects like 'Pflegebegleiter' and 'FABEL.'

Education:

• 1973–1977: Social Pedagogy Studies, Kath. Stiftungsfachhochschule München
• 1989–1996: Master's in Sociology/Psychology/Educational Sciences, Universities of Augsburg & Hagen
• 1997–1999: Social Gerontology, University of Kassel
• 2000–2002: PhD (Dr. phil.), University of Rostock

Research Focus: Prof. Kricheldorff specializes in aging-related policy development, interdisciplinary care models, and technology-assisted living solutions. Notable projects include evaluating 'Ambient Assisted Living' initiatives and developing curricula for HIV/AIDS prevention in Eastern Europe. She has contributed to Baden-Württemberg's nursing care policy reforms and led studies on rural dementia care.

Professional Contributions:

• Member of Baden-Württemberg Center of Applied Research (BW CAR)
• Editorial Board Member, Journal of Gerontology and Geriatrics (ZFGG)
• Long-term leadership roles in German Society for Gerontology and Geriatrics

Advisory Work: Directed 15+ model projects including 'BEST' (citizen engagement in care) and 'mobQdem' (mobility solutions for dementia patients). Evaluated the 'Fit im Alter' health campaign and advised institutions like St. Josefshaus Herten.