Brain Health Community Collaborative: Partners in Healthy Aging & Dementia Prevention

ABOUT THE SERIES

This series brings together researchers, community organizations, and healthcare stakeholders focused on healthy aging and dementia. Through brief expert presentations and interactive discussion, participants engage with emerging research while sharing strategies for real-world settings. The series also supports teams preparing for funding opportunities through the Dementia Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT). 

THIS SERIES IS FOR

  • Community-Based Organizations
  • Healthcare Stakeholders
  • Philanthropic Funders & Professionals
  • Clinicians
  • Training Institutions
  • Academic & Research Communities
  • Grantmakers & Grant Seekers
  • Hospital and Health Systems
  • Policy Makers

UPCOMING SESSIONS

Title slide for a Brain Health Community Collaborative presentation. Large white text reads “Models of Care for Aging Populations” on a soft blue-green gradient background with abstract network lines and nodes. Below the title, smaller text reads “Brain Health Community Collaborative.” A stylized illustration of a brain appears on the right side. The bottom right corner includes the Project ECHO logo and the Texas State University Translational Health Research logo.

Models of Care for Aging Populations

June 2, 2026

12-1 PM

Promotional graphic for a Texas State University Translational Health Research Center Project ECHO session. Large white text reads “Dementia Support Systems” with smaller subtitle “Patient & Caregiver Well-Being.” Background features a soft teal-to-beige gradient with abstract network lines and circles. A grayscale illustration of a brain appears on the right. Bottom right includes Project ECHO and Texas State University Translational Health Research Center logos.

Dementia Support Systems: Patient, Caregiver, and Spouse Well-Being

July 7, 2026

12-1 PM

Title slide for a Brain Health Community Collaborative presentation. Large white text reads “Innovations in Aging Research” on a soft blue-green gradient background with abstract network lines and nodes. Below the title, smaller text reads “Brain Health Community Collaborative.” A stylized illustration of a brain appears on the right side. The bottom right corner includes the Project ECHO logo and the Texas State University Translational Health Research logo.

Innovations in Aging Research

August 4, 2026

12-1 PM

PAST SESSIONS

Social Determinants of Healthy Aging

Healthy Aging Research Landscape and Funding Opportunities

Cognitive Health and Resilience in Aging

MEET OUR SPEAKERS

Session 1: Healthy Aging Research Landscape and Funding Opportunities

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Melissa Sanchez

Texas Senior Director of Public Policy, Alzheimer’s Association

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Alida Coutino

Network Coordinator, Aging Services Council and the Aging & Disability Resource Center at the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area

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Scott Hiebert, Ph.D.

Chief Scientific Officer, Cancer Prevention Institute of Texas (CPRIT)

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Melinda Villagran, Ph.D.

Executive Director, Translational Health Research Center

Session 2: Social Determinants of Healthy Aging

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Dr. Seoyoun Kim

Research Associate Professor, Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research and Faculty Associate

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Dr. Jazmin Graff

Physician Specializing in Women's Health, Disease Prevention, and Cognitive Health

Session 3: Cognitive Health and Resilience in Aging

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Dr. Ranjini Mohan

Associate Professor, Communication Disorders, Texas State University

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Dr. Rebecca Deason

Professor, Psychology, Texas State University 

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Anna Tutum

Memory Connections. Programs Director, AGE of Central Texas

Through this virtual learning network, we’re not just sharing research—we’re building a community of practice. Participants gain access to expertise and develop collaborative partnerships essential for serving communities across Texas.

Christina Aubert
Research and Community Senior Program Specialist

HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

Please contact Christina Aubert if you want to learn more about this program.