The Avila Institute of Gerontology, a not for profit organization, incorporated in 1988, was established to enhance the ministry of the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm. The mission of the Avila Institute is to provide high quality, affordable educational programs related to the care of the elderly. The Avila Institute strives to present the most recent information to enhance the field of Gerontology through high quality education programs, seminars, workshops, publications, and studies. Information on philosophy, values, and innovations in the care of elders is offered to healthcare professionals.

The workshops presented by the Avila Institute address the most current issues facing geriatric healthcare providers. Regional seminars throughout the United States and Ireland bring qualified speakers who are experts in their field to present interesting and innovative studies in the geriatric field. Regulatory requirements, ethics, management skills, and resident care are among the relevant issues presented.

Credit programs are offered to administrators, nurses, dietitians, recreational therapists, and social workers. Paraprofessional personnel are given opportunities to network at conferences designed for the issues they face each day. Training programs specifically geared toward the care of the aged and infirm. One example is "The Geriatric Spiritual Care Certificate Program" - which is totally dedicated to equipping participants to be able to provide for the spiritual care needs of the elder population. To find out about more of our programs click on our programs section.