The mission of the University of West Florida Center on Aging (COA) is to improve the quality of life of aging adults through the application of science to address challenges associated with aging and to promote healthy aging, with an emphasis on prevention.

The goals of the UWF Center on Aging are:

• Research: To develop and conduct interdisciplinary basic and applied research;

• Consultation: To support community agencies in fulfilling their missions;

• Training and Education: To develop and provide educational programs for undergraduate, graduate, and professionals;

• Partnerships: To facilitate speciality care for older adults.