Jacquie Eales

Jacquie Eales has a background in speech-language pathology (BSc, MSc) with a special focus on aging and communication disorders. In an aging society, her interests are centred around creating a ‘best-fit’ between older adults and the social, physical and community environments in which they live. She fosters collaborative relationships among researchers, policy and practice partners and students who work together to meet the objectives of RAPP research projects. She enjoys translating research knowledge to facilitate its uptake by policy, practice, and community partners. She makes a meaningful difference in her community as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Greater Edmonton Foundation (GEF) Seniors Housing and Strategic Advisor to the Age-Friendly Edmonton Leadership Table.