Kansas City, KS · Chronic Disease Management · Since 2000
- The Landon Center on Aging (LCoA) is a Kansas City, KS-based interdisciplinary hub affiliated with the University of Kansas Medical Center, focused on education, research (including geroscience and clinical studies), healthcare, and community engagement for older adults.
- Its vision is to be a nationally recognized center of excellence in interdisciplinary education, community outreach, geroscience/clinical research, and patient care.
- Activities relevant to chronic disease self-management include: clinical services and healthcare provider education, wellness programs, community-based events, and initiatives like the Pilot Project Program to foster collaborative aging research.
- Leadership (as of 2023) includes Director Dr. Bruce Troen, with a governance team and various program partners; the center emphasizes fall prevention, wellness classes, and programs that support aging in place.
- For resources on chronic disease self-management workshops in the Kansas City area, consider contacting LCoA or KU Medical Center via their listed channels (main contact numbers and general emails) or visiting their site for current programs and schedules.
Key contact and access points:
- Website: kumc.edu/research/landon-center-on-aging.html
- General phone numbers: 913-945-7544, 785-864-6414, 913-588-5000
- Email (general): civilrights@ku.edu
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landon-center-on-aging
Note: The page highlights the center’s broader mission and programs rather than a specific “Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop,” but the center’s focus areas include healthcare education, wellness classes, and community outreach that support chronic disease management. For a specific workshop, check their site or contact the center directly for current offerings and schedules.
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