Leah Janssen, MGS, PhD is the Associate Director for Academic Programs and Research Support at the Scripps Gerontology Center. In this split position, Leah oversees the masters and doctoral programs in gerontology, as well as conducts research that evaluates long-term care policies and programs. Prior to her position at Scripps, Leah worked in the nonprofit sector on several grant-funded programs, designing and implementing comprehensive workforce development and training programs that served marginalized and under-represented communities. Leah also worked in direct service and case management for low-income, community-dwelling older adults and adults with disabilities.