Building Stronger Rural Communities Through Healthy Aging Programs
The Dodgeville Chronicle | November 20, 2025
In the rolling hills and tight-knit communities of rural Wisconsin, the nearest hospital may be an hour’s drive away, making it difficult for everyone from expectant parents to older people managing chronic conditions to get the care they need. As the state’s demographics shift and the average age of the population increases, this lack of medical services in rural communities may impact the well-being of older adults.
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing’s Center for Aging Research and Education (CARE) provides essential support to this growing population of older adults by educating the next generation of caregivers and engaging with communities to support healthy aging in place.