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What does AAIG stand for? How is it
pronounced?
AAIG is an acronym for
African Americans In Gerontology. It is pronounced the same as
the word age (eyj).
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When was African Americans in
Gerontology founded?
We were founded in January 2009. |
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What is Gerontology?
Gerontology is the study of how people age sociologically,
psychologically, and biologically.
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Do I have to be African American to
join AAIG?
No. Our mission is to improve the quality
of life for African American elderly. Anyone who believes in the
mission is encouraged to become an active member.
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I am interested in becoming a member of
your organization. Please elaborate on "disciplines that focus
on the aged population," so that I may find my category.
Most disciplines have an area specific for the aging population.
There are some that are more prevalent like Geri-physicians,
Geri-psychologist, and Geriatric Care Managers. However,
cosmetologists, occupational and physical therapists, and home
health specialists are examples of what is considered as well.
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Please explain the payment schedule for
membership.
We believe that it would be unfair to join the organization at
the end of one year and have to pay full fees a few weeks later.
The membership schedule was designed to be fair to members
depending on what time of year they joined. It is as follows:
Jan 1- Apr 30= Full Fees May1- Jul 31= 66% of Full Fees Aug 1-
Oct 31= 50% of Full Fees Nov 1- Dec 31= 33% of Full Fees |
What is the difference between Reverence Day
™ and Grandparents
Day?
 Not every elderly person is a Grandparent. That is the main
difference. Reverence Day™ is a holiday that was created to
acknowledge the “everyday,” elderly African American. There are
definitely Trail Blazers in the African American community.
Their accomplishments are often recognized. There are those
“everyday people,” who have bettered the community and are our
“everyday heroes.” Their stories are often never told. Reverence
Day ™ is the day designated to celebrate these heroes, our
African American elderly. Reverence Day
™ is celebrated August 1
of every year.
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Why did AAIG choose the color purple?
AAIG uses the color purple to symbolize royalty. Our
African American elders are the kings and queens in our
community and are regarded as such. Amethysts, like our
African American elderly, are precious jewels.
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