Chantelle Broughton is a licensed master social work professional and doctoral candidate in Social Work at the University of Kentucky, with a concentration in Administrative Leadership. With over 14 years of experience in social work, program management, and social justice advocacy, she leverages research, theoretical frameworks, and strategic planning to drive systemic change and empower under-resourced communities.
Chantelle managed the South Carolina Community Navigator Pilot Program, where she led a statewide initiative to disperse over $27 million in funding to over 730 minority small businesses. Her leadership prompted statewide ecosystem development, stakeholder collaboration, and innovative solutions to address barriers to entrepreneurship.
Chantelle mentors master’s-level social work interns, fostering a new generation of change-makers. She published Miss Representing!: Empowering Your Inner Entrepreneur – a toolkit for aspiring women entrepreneurs. She is a published poet and small business owner, lending her expertise to podcasts, news segments, and conferences. Her research focuses on aging in place and intergenerational programs, inspired by her experiences caring for her parents.
Chantelle holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of South Carolina, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude, and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Psychology from Columbia College SC. As a Certified Community Health Worker, she is committed to advancing social and economic justice at the intersection of policy, practice, and community engagement, ultimately leading to the establishment of a nonprofit, the Center for Adolescent, Elderly, and Community Care (CAECC).
DSW Showcase Student Presentation
Chantelle Broughton
LMSW, CCHW, DSW Candidate
Innovative Approaches to Aging in Place: Intergenerational Programming and Its Impact on Healthcare Utilization
Concentration - Administrative Leadership
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025 -
- 1:00 pm
Abstract
This doctoral showcase examines the intersection of healthcare utilization, intergenerational programming, aging in place, and elder technology to address the needs of older adults. The research will explore how intergenerational programs can reduce healthcare reliance, mitigate cognitive decline, and enhance the quality of life for seniors by fostering meaningful social connections and engagement with younger generations. Grounded in theories such as Life Course Theory, Gerotranscendence, Continuity Theory, and Activity Theory, this study highlights innovative and sustainable care models that prioritize community-based aging.
Elder technology, including user-friendly digital learning platforms and cognitive training tools, is emphasized as a critical component in enhancing the effectiveness of intergenerational programming. These tools enable older adults to engage in digital spaces, facilitating intergenerational interactions and bridging accessibility gaps. Research also underscores the essential role of administrative leadership and social work advocacy in designing, implementing, and sustaining these programs. Organizational leaders are called to integrate elder tech and intergenerational initiatives into community systems to promote healthy aging in place and reduce healthcare costs.
This showcase provides a comprehensive understanding of the practical, theoretical, and policy implications of intergenerational programming and elder tech integration. Participants will gain actionable insights into strategies that address healthcare utilization, enhance cognitive health, and foster community connections for older adults, ultimately advancing social work practice and leadership in aging populations.