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Jennifer M. Kinney is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Gerontology at Miami University and a Research Fellow at the Scripps Gerontology Center. She serves on the executive committee of the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education (AGHE) as chair of the Publications Committee and is a board member of the Ohio Association of Gerontology and Education (OAGE), while also co-chairing Miami University's Summer Reading Program Committee.
Her academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Psychology from Kent State University
- M.A. in Psychology from Kent State University
- B.A. in Psychology from Kent State University
Dr. Kinney's research centers on technological and non-technological interventions for family caregiving of older relatives, quality-of-life measurement for dementia patients, and empirical evaluation of arts-based therapies for cognitive impairment. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates sociological frameworks with clinical gerontology to develop person-centered care models that address both psychological well-being and practical support systems for aging populations, with particular emphasis on community-based solutions.
Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on spatial demographics of aging communities, program evaluation methodologies for elder services, and safety interventions for dementia-related wandering behaviors. Her work demonstrates longitudinal commitment to translating research into practice through collaborations with community organizations and policy advocacy groups.
Professional engagement includes leadership roles in AGHE and OAGE, reflecting active contribution to gerontology education standards and statewide aging initiatives. While specific grant funding and student advising details are not documented in the source material, her research trajectory indicates sustained scholarly productivity through institutional partnerships at the Scripps Gerontology Center.
