Lindsay Peterson, PhD, is a Research Associate Professor in the School of Aging Studies at the University of South Florida's College of Behavioral and Community Sciences. She joined the faculty in 2017 after earning her doctorate from the same department in 2016. Her research centers on improving the quality of care in nursing homes and assisted living communities, as well as expanding access to services to help older adults remain independent in their homes. A significant focus of her work is understanding the impact of disasters - particularly hurricanes - on older adults and caregivers. She investigates strategies to improve disaster preparedness for older adults across care settings, from home to nursing homes. Most recently, she has led the development of a computer application designed to help family and professional caregivers create tailored disaster preparedness plans for those in their care. She is affiliated with the USF Center for Innovation in Technology and Aging through this and other research on using technology to support older adults and their caregivers. In addition to her research, she directs the School of Aging Studies' internship program, working closely with students and community partners to secure field placements to help the students find careers in the expanding aging services sector, including healthcare, technology, and senior housing. She is a member of the board of Senior Connection Center, the area agency on aging for Hillsborough, Hardee, Highlands, Manatee, and Polk counties, as well as a board member of the Manatee River Rotary and Sister Schools, a private nonprofit that pairs schools in Manatee County with schools in the Central Highlands of Guatemala. Before pursuing her PhD at USF in 2012, Dr. Peterson worked as a staff reporter for The Tampa Tribune, where she covered a range of topics, including education and aging.