Valeria Cardenas

Valeria Cardenas has a wealth of experience in various roles related to gerontology and end-of-life care research and education. Currently a Pre Doctoral Fellow at USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, Valeria has been involved in projects related to palliative care, hospice care, and health disparities. Valeria has also worked as a Leadership Trainer at FOCUS Training, a Summer Research Associate at Aging2.0, and as a Social Work Intern at Jewish Home and Care Center. With a Master's in Aging Services Management and currently pursuing a PhD in Gerontology, Valeria is dedicated to making a positive impact in the field of aging services.