AARP Hearing Center
ABOUT
Aisha Cozad, PhD, is a senior research advisor in AARP Research, where she collaborates with both internal and external clients to provide consultation on research needs related to individuals aged 50 and above. She serves as the regional research contact for AARP state offices in the Mega and Central regions. In addition, she leads AARP’s volunteer research portfolio, including oversight of the annual Volunteer Feedback Survey.
Before joining AARP, Dr. Cozad spent eight years working with adolescents with severe persistent mental illnesses (SPMI) in group home settings.
She holds a doctorate in social work with a focus on gerontology and public policy, a master’s degree in social work (direct practice), and a bachelor’s degree in special education. She was also a Hartford Pre-Dissertation Awardee.
CONTACT
Email: ABonner@aarp.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aisha-bonner-cozad-ph-d-b70552a/
For media inquiries call 202-434-2560 or e-mail media@aarp.org.
Recent Publications
Food Insecurity in Seminole County, Oklahoma
Date: December 19, 2025
Virginia Voters on Issues for Older Residents
Date: October 2, 2025
AARP Vital Voices Research Explores Interests of Adults 45+
Date: April 22, 2025
AARP SafeTrip™ App Promotes Driver Confidence
Date: July 26, 2024
Asian Americans Lack Confidence in Social Security
Date: May 1, 2024
Fraud Concerns Among Adults Ages 45 and Older
Date: April 1, 2024