Welcome to Grit to be Gray! I am an aging policy consultant and a healthy aging coach who advocates for an age-positive approach. Current contracts & projects: Project Manager and Lead Researcher, Age-Friendly Albuquerque Initiative - Albuquerque, New Mexico. The City of Albuquerque's community needs assessment and official application for age-friendly designation from AARP and The World Health Organization. Communication and Community Engagement Consultant, Parkland Village, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Assist a network of neighborhood volunteers adjust community engagement practices with older adults in response to COVID-19. Past Contracts: Research Consultant, Bernalillo County, New Mexico. Conduct community research and needs assessment for local Area Agency on Aging (AAA)3 year Area Action Plan. Research and Community Engagement Consultant, Fierce Pride and New Mexico Department of Health. Assisted in the development and facilitation of a community-based art project to promote mental health resources for LGBTQ communities.