Janelle Fassi
About Janelle Fassi
Janelle Fassi is a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a PhD in Gerontology and focuses her research on the health impacts of custodial and extensive grand-parenting.
Work at UMass Boston
Janelle Fassi has been serving as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2021. In this role, she engages in research activities related to her field of study. Her work contributes to the academic environment at UMass Boston, where she focuses on gerontology and the implications of intergenerational relations.
Education and Expertise
Janelle Fassi completed her undergraduate studies at Saint Anselm College from 2017 to 2021. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Gerontology at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in the study of aging and intergenerational dynamics.
Background
Before her current role, Janelle Fassi worked at Hudkins & O'Neil Estate Planning as a Post Closing Assistant for two months in 2021. She also gained experience as a Campus Organizer for the New Hampshire Young Democrats during her time at Saint Anselm College in 2018. Additionally, she interned at AARP as a Community Outreach Intern from 2019 to 2021, where she focused on community engagement.
Research Focus
Janelle Fassi's research primarily investigates the impacts of custodial and extensive grand-parenting on health. She is particularly interested in how these relationships influence well-being across generations. Her aspiration is to translate her research findings into actionable policy practices, particularly in the Washington, DC area.
Professional Aspirations
Janelle Fassi aims to implement her research into policy practices, focusing on the benefits of intergenerational relations. She seeks to contribute to the development of policies that enhance the well-being of individuals across different age groups, particularly in the context of aging populations.