Because “The field of aging is the best-kept secret in health care,” says LeadingAge’s Jenna Kellerman, director of workforce strategy & development, most people don’t know about the wide array of careers available in aging services, apart from the clinical roles.
In her article, “How You Can Bring the Next Generation into Aging Services,” Kellerman tells the story of her start in marketing for an assisted living community, which led to a leadership role in a relatively short time. She encourages LeadingAge members to find ways to tell their own unique stories, through a variety of media, to inspire young people to consider our field as a promising future.
Read her thoughts about bringing new generations to this rewarding work.