Professor Morrow-Howell studies many issues of concern to older adults and their families, including adequacy of care for frail older adults and use of community services, including mental health services.  She also studies the productive engagement of older adults in work, volunteer, civic service, and care giving roles.  Her research projects have expanded knowledge on adequacy of informal care; assessment and clinical case management with older adults; and the institutional capacity of our society to engage older adults in productive roles.  Her research mirrors the several different classes on gerontology that she teaches.