OUR MISSION
A community built on the science and humanity of aging.
For nearly 40 years, the Houston Gerontological Society has provided interdisciplinary education for professionals dedicated to improving the lives of older adults. We bring together healthcare providers, social workers, legal professionals, researchers, administrators, students, and community leaders to strengthen services and share knowledge that makes a real impact.
WHAT WE DO
Four pillars. One purpose.
Continuing Education
Monthly programs with expert speakers delivering practical, evidence-based insights across all disciplines of gerontology.
Public Awareness
Promoting informed, accurate understanding of aging among the broader Houston community — countering ageism with evidence.
Interdisciplinary Network
Bridging the gap between medicine, social services, law, research, and advocacy so professionals work smarter, together.
Student Scholarships
Investing in the next generation of gerontologists through financial grants for students in aging-related fields.
The Houston Gerontological Society was founded on a simple conviction: that older adults receive better care when the professionals around them learn together. Since 1987, we have created a rare space where physicians, social workers, attorneys, researchers, nurses, and community advocates come to the same table — because aging is too complex and too important for any single discipline to tackle alone.
WHO WE SERVE
Every discipline.
One community.
HGS membership includes every professional who touches the lives of older adults. Our strength comes from the breadth of our table.
Monthly programs. Real-world knowledge.
EVENTS
Each HGS gathering brings together Houston's top professionals in aging for expert-led education and substantive conversation. Programs are held monthly and qualify for continuing professional education credit.
MEMBERSHIP
One membership. A full year of
education, connection, and community.
Membership is calendar-year based (January–December). All tiers include access to HGS educational dinner programs and member directory listing.
*Membership is based on the calendar year, January through December. Benefits are non-transferable and include access to HGS educational dinner programs.