Sarah Szanton

Sarah L Szanton is a distinguished healthcare professional known for developing the Community Aging in Place—Advancing Better Living for Elders (CAPABLE) program, which addresses the home environment challenges of low-income older adults.

With a background in nursing and a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science from The Johns Hopkins University, Sarah has been a prominent figure in the field of health equity and social justice.

She has served in various roles at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, including as the Dean and Patricia M. Davidson Professor for Health Equity and Social Justice, Director of the Center for Innovative Care in Aging, and Professor with a joint appointment.

Sarah Szanton's work emphasizes the importance of combining nursing and occupational therapy with handyman services to enhance mobility, reduce stress, and cut down healthcare costs for vulnerable populations.

Having completed her education at renowned institutions like Harvard University and Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her innovative healthcare initiatives.

Passionate about expanding the reach of the CAPABLE program to new communities, Sarah welcomes opportunities to positively impact the lives of older adults across different regions.