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Philanthropy UCLA DIVISION OF GERIATRICS The UCLA Division of Geriatrics has one of the nation's largest faculties, including nationally and internationally recognized experts in research, education, and clinical care. Their programs have earned the Division the distinction of consistently being rated number one in the country (U.S. News & World Report survey). The renowned UCLA faculty has made important research discoveries leading to innovative and successful new strategies to improve the health of older persons. In addition, UCLA has become one of the world's foremost centers for geriatrics education and training. The Division has 15 geriatricians who provide comprehensive, compassionate care in outpatient, hospital, and nursing home sites throughout the UCLA Healthcare system.
Endowed gifts are crucial to UCLA's geriatrics program. The UCLA Foundation holds an endowed fund in perpetuity, using the earnings to support the Division and investing the fund principal for growth over time. Endowments, whether established during a lifetime or through a planned gift, provide a constant source of support for the Division of Geriatrics and help secure its financial future and continued success. A minimum contribution is necessary. Endowed
Chair for Geriatrics The Endowed Chair is a special incentive to attract a scholar of distinction to UCLA or to retain gifted faculty whose teaching and research best exemplify UCLA's mission. The endowment payout provides support for research and teaching as well as the freedom to explore new opportunities. Fund for Faculty Excellence Senior Faculty $350,000 Junior Faculty $250,000 An endowment-yielding annual income can allow distinguished senior faculty and promising junior faculty to pursue innovate teaching and research. Such funds help to sustain the work of many of the University's best scholars and serve as a compelling incentive to remain at UCLA. Endowed Lecturer in the UCLA Course in Geriatrics for Practicing Physicians $100,000 Funding
for educational programs helps bring existing practitioners'
knowledge and skills up to contemporary standards. Endowed
support for lectures facilitates the sharing and dissemination
of research and information among members of the medical
community. Moreover, these much-needed resources cover the
costs of travel, honoraria, and guest lectureships. Moneys dedicated for research stimulate new discoveries that lead to better ways to treat diseases of aging and to maintain successful aging. Such support inspires new ideas, promotes collaboration across disciplines, and brings important resources to bear on critical problems. There are no minimum contributions for research projects in the Division of Geriatrics; however, a gift of $100,000 or more will help underwrite one or more of the following programs:
Most practicing health care providers receive little or no training in geriatrics in medical or other professional schools. With the growing elderly population, there will not be enough geriatrics-trained physicians, nurses, and other personnel to care for them. Thus, medical schools and other associated programs require additional support to ensure that every graduating student is competent in the care of older persons. A gift of $100,000 or more may be used for any of these programs:
Although older persons are usually insured through Medicare, Medicaid, and other supplemental insurance, there are large gaps in the benefits provided. Funding for clinical programs can help ensure that all older persons have access to needed services and that they are available. There are no minimum contributions for clinical care services in the Division of Geriatrics; however, a gift of $100,000 or more will provide significant funding for one or more of the following services:
The UCLA Division of Geriatrics is appreciative of gifts of all denominations. Unrestricted gifts of cash, securities, or property are particularly beneficial, because they can be used whenever and wherever the need is greatest. |
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