Nursing’s Nicholas Schiltz and Mary Dolansky on what older adults value most

What truly matters most to senior citizens? The surprising truth

Science Magazine: Nicholas Schiltz, assistant professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, expressed surprise at the findings about what matters most to older adults and suggested that these results reflect the multifaceted needs of this population. Mary Dolansky, the Sarah C. Hirsh Professor at the nursing school and co-lead of the research, highlighted that optimal care for aging populations integrates multiple domains, including safe medication management, mental health evaluations, brain health assessments, and mobility support.