Robyn Stone

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Dr. Robyn Stone is a leading voice in long-term care policy and aging services, whose work has fundamentally shaped how researchers and policymakers understand the future of care for older adults. Her research centers on the structural challenges and necessary transformations within the long-term care system, with a particular focus on workforce development, integrated care models, and the intersection of housing and health services. In her highly cited 2022 paper, "The Inevitability of Reimagining Long-Term Care," Dr. Stone provides a critical historical analysis of how long-term care has been continuously redefined since the mid-20th century, arguing that the current moment demands a fundamental rethinking of care delivery rather than incremental fixes. This work, already garnering 14 citations, exemplifies her ability to contextualize contemporary crises within broader historical trends. As a Senior Vice President at LeadingAge and former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Dr. Stone has translated her research into actionable policy recommendations. Her contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2020 Maxwell A. Pollack Award for Productive Aging, cementing her reputation as a scholar who bridges rigorous analysis with real-world impact.