The Chautauqua County Office for the Aging is dedicated to promoting independence, self-determination and dignity for all seniors in the county. Corwin has 27 years of nursing practice in geriatrics and in working with the aging population. Since joining the local agency ten years ago, she has had the opportunity to influence communication and understanding between practitioners and providers in the medical and social aspects of health. Recognizing that community health is a spectrum of events and opportunities, her agency works to provide a framework of advocacy, education, health awareness, and community-based services to serve older adults.