"Improving Older Adult Mental Health & Well-Being"

   District of Columbia Health Care Association

Attendees will learn to identify the most common mental health challenges in older adults and how to apply an interdisciplinary approach to improving their mental health and well-being. They will explore strategies for social workers to better understand each resident’s life story, personal interests, and cognitive abilities, allowing them to connect residents with meaningful engagement opportunities and programs. Additionally, attendees will be equipped to recognize key red flags that indicate a resident may be experiencing a mental health challenge, along with intervention strategies to effectively navigate and address those challenges.

🗓 Date(s): September 20, 2024
⏱ Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
📍 Location: Forest Hills of DC, 4901 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008
CE hours: 1.0 Continuing Education Hours 
Contact/Registration Information:  Contact Veronica Sharpe at vdamesyn@dchca.org or call 410-570-0685.