Jan V. White, Gerontologist

About Dr. White

What She Does

Jan Vinita White, PhD, is a gerontologist, consultant, aging authority, writer, speaker, and researcher on the biological, psychological, and social issues of health and aging. Since 2007, Dr. White has been advancing this conversation through her blog post, which has attracted a global following. The pandemic ended her weekly live television segment, popular in the Tennessee Valley for seventeen years. Dr. White provides comprehensive aging consulting services to corporations, start-ups, and healthcare professionals. She is engaged weekly with the International Federation on Aging and a frequent subject matter contributor to ResearchGate. Dr. White recently relocated to the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, working as a freelance consultant. Seeing a need for energetic, nonprofit work in this area, she is active in the Village to Village movement in her community and helped them become the first Mississippi town designated as "Dementia Friendly."

credentials

Education and Accomplishments

Ph.D., Human Services, Gerontology Concentration. Capella University, School of Human and Social Services (HSS), College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Master of Liberal Studies (MLS), Health and Life Sciences Concentration. Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas.

Bachelor of Science, Liberal Arts, Human Services Concentration. Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas.

MoCA Certification (Montreal Cognitive Assessment administrator, all formats). Certified 2020.

Contributing faculty and peer reviewer, MERLOT (Multimedia Educational Resource for Learning and Online Teaching) since 2017.

Certified Senior Advisor ® February 2007. Certification [expanded faculty curriculum]. Society of Certified Senior Advisors, Denver. Accredited specialized training for professionals in business and practice.

Intergenerational Certification, University of Pittsburgh, University Center for Social and Urban Research, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Collaborative IRB Training Initiative [CITI]. Certificate of completion for the 10-unit module, the core course for training in the protection of human participants/subjects in research. Capella University, June 2006. Refresher courses 2009, 2012, 2016, 2020.

Validation Therapy. The Fiel Method of Validation Therapy is a technique of communicating with disoriented older adults diagnosed with dementia and other cognitive impairments. It reduces and diffuses stress and anxiety while maintaining dignity and expressiveness. Validation Therapy Workshop with Naomi Feil, Lexington, KY.

Resources

Certified Care Managers in your area: https://www.aginglifecare.org

Society of Certified Senior Advisors in your area: https://portal.csa.us/locator

Dr. White only refers clients to longterm care facilities that are affiliated with the Eden Alternative/Green House/Pioneer Network designation. Start here: https://thegreenhouseproject.org/find-a-home/

https://www.pioneernetwork.net

https://www.edenalt.org

Find an elder law attorney: https://www.naela.org/

Call Dr. White or use this site to find a credible and safe nursing home or rehab facility: https://www.medicare.gov/what-medicare-covers/what-part-a-covers/compare-nursing-home-quality

Keep it simple and avoid fads. The ONLY food guide developed by scientists and nutritionists for seniors is from Tufts University. https://nutrition.tufts.edu/sites/default/files/documents/Beta-HealthyFoodGuide.pdf

Contact Dr. White

Text/cell: 228.304.5178 Email: janvwhite@outlook.com

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What is gerontology?

Gerontology is the study of aging across the lifespan from a biological, psychological, and social lens. Is aging a disease? No: Aging is universal across all species. Most people are unaware that aging begins in the womb. The health of the mother plays an important role in how her baby ages. Optimum nutrition during pregnancy and maintaining a healthy diet over the lifespan is essential for healthy aging outcomes.

Don't gerontologists just work with old people?

Most gerontologists are academics and researchers. They are subject matter experts. Some work as coaches and counselors and help individuals and families with problems and issues related to aging. Gerontologists typically have PhD degrees, as they are not medical doctors. There is no credentialing or licensure in gerontology. Therefore, it is essential that potential clients check credentials before hiring one.

How can I keep from getting Alzheimer's Disease?

Researchers do not know the cause of Alzheimer's. Therefore, a cure or preventive remains unknown. Older adults and their families are hyper aware of every lost key. But 95% of older adults do not get Alzheimer's. There is no magic pill or diet to prevent aging. Remaining healthy into old age doesn't require wealth. The research shows that loving others and having good people around you results in aging well. Second, everything in moderation. Third, exercise and stay active.

Jan Vinita White

Gerontologist

Authentic Aging Authority

About Dr. White

What She Does

credentials

Education and Accomplishments

Resources

Contact Dr. White

Jan Vinita White Gerontologist

Authentic Aging Authority

About Dr. White

What She Does

credentials

Education and Accomplishments

Resources

Contact Dr. White

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Jan Vinita White

Gerontologist