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Cumulative Disadvantage

The concept of cumulative disadvantage helps us understand inequality during peoples’ lives. Inequalities also impact families and communities. Understanding cumulative disadvantage is step one in repairing it. At Brookdale, we study how cumulative disadvantage connects to health and well-being. We can then create effective programs to help people live healthier lives.

Research

Health Insurance Coverage, Household Income, and Poverty Status of Disability Applicants

For further information, please contact

Ruth Finkelstein

rf1132@hunter.cuny.edu

Applying for Social Security disability benefits is a lengthy, complex process. Applicants may lack health insurance during this period. This study examines the role insurance plays in financial security for disability applicants. Read More

Research

Cumulative Disadvantage Literature Review

For further information please contact

Mark Brennan-Ing

mi708@hunter.cuny.edu

Brookdale researchers are conducting a review of the cumulative disadvantage literature. This review will help us to better understand the state of the science. We will synthesize the available evidence to inform aging policy. We will use this information to develop programs to reduce disadvantage and inequality over the life course. Read More