Natasha Nemmers
Bio Sketch
Natasha Nemmers, Ph.D., is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University. Her research program focuses on functional and cognitive health among older adults at risk for social isolation, such as those living alone. Additionally, Dr. Nemmers investigates the role of family and paid caregiving networks in supporting these individuals. Her work is dedicated to advancing strategies that facilitate aging in place and enhance psychological well-being among older adults.
Education
2023, Postdoctoral Training, Leggett Dementia Family Caregiving Lab, Institute of Gerontology, Wayne State University
2023, Ph.D. Gerontology, Department of Human Development & Family Studies, Iowa State University
2021, M.S. Gerontology, Department of Human Development & Family Studies, Iowa State University
2019, B.A. Gerontology & B.A. Psychology, University of Northern Iowa
Research Focus
Dr. Nemmers utilizes nationally representative longitudinal data, such as the National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS) and the National Study of Caregiving (NSOC), to explore dementia family caregiving networks and associations with care outcomes.
In addition, she is leading a mixed methods study titled, "Bridging Perspectives from Persons Living Alone with Cognitive Impairment (PLACI) and Family or Friend Care Partners: Understanding Current and Future Care Needs, Support, and Preferences," funded by the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.
For a complete list of Dr. Nemmers's publications: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5221-3903
Areas of Expertise
-Adult Development and Aging
-Persons Living Alone with Cognitive Impairment
-Social/Caregiving Networks
-Aging in Place
-Long-Term Care Services and Support (LTSS)
Office Location
Knapp Building #214
87 East Ferry St., Detroit, MI 48202
Professional Associations
Gerontological Society of America
American Psychological Association, Adult Development and Aging (Division 20)