Adria E. Navarro

Adria E. Navarro, PhD, LCSW, FGSA, is a distinguished professional in gerontological social work with extensive experience in academic, clinical, and consulting roles. Currently serving as Co-Founder and Program Manager at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital's Community Resource Center for Aging, Navarro focuses on enhancing the quality of life for older adults through tailored support and social care services. As a consultant with Navarro Consulting, expertise has been provided to various organizations and individuals, specializing in the needs of older adults and their care providers. Previous roles include Associate Professor at Azusa Pacific University, Fulbright Scholar at the University of York, and Assistant Professor of Clinical Family Medicine at the University of Southern California, where Navarro contributed to significant projects in elder abuse and geriatrics. Navarro's educational background includes a PhD in Gerontology from the University of Southern California and an MSW from San Diego State University.