Deborah A. DiGilio, MPH, is the Director of the American Psychological Association Office on Aging. The office promotes the application of psychological science and practice to address the needs and support the strengths of older adults, their families and caregivers Her current efforts focus on increasing the availability of mental health services for older adults, building the psychology and aging workforce through expanded education and training opportunities, public education, and advocating for policies that promote positive aging and address the needs of older adults with mental and behavioral health disorders. Ms. DiGilio has worked in the health and aging field for over 30 years – including positions with George Mason University, AARP, the American Public Health Association, and Kaiser Permanente of the Mid-Atlantic States. She is currently on the Board of Directors of the National Alliance for Caregiving, the Coordinating Council of the Eldercare Workforce Alliance, and past Chair of the National Coalition on Mental Health and Aging.
