Lydia K. Manning, MGS, PhD is the Director of Professional Education and Consulting Services at the Scripps Gerontology Center. In this role, she leads the development of professional education, consulting, and technical assistance initiatives that support the long-term services and supports (LTSS) sector and broader aging industry. Additionally, Lydia oversees the Scripps Aging Hub and continuing education offerings for the Center. Her work centers on translating gerontological research into practical solutions for organizations and communities.
Lydia’s research interests include resilience, spirituality, gerontology education, and gerontech. Prior to joining Scripps, she served as a Professor of Gerontology at Concordia University Chicago and is the co-founder of Circle Life Consulting, Inc., where she advances age-friendly and gerontological informed and sound practices across sectors.