ABOUT ME

I have a dual appointment at the University of Missouri as an Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Science and State Specialist in Gerontology for the College of Human Environmental Sciences Cooperative Extension. My research agenda draws from multiple perspectives in family science, sociology, gerontology, and gender studies. I am deeply passionate about conducting translatable research to help older adults and their families age well physically, socially, and emotionally. My research agenda focuses on complex family structure and processes as it relates to late life repartnering, family caregiving relationships, and decision-making processes for aging-related issues.