Date/Time
3 CEs
Contrary to popular belief, older adults are still able to engage in sexual activity if they desire. Although uncomfortable to many, this is a very important topic that needs to be addressed by health care professionals with their clients.
Often, health care professionals forget that older adults are, in fact, adults and have the right to engage in sexual activity. However, there are many things to consider, such as cognition, and ethical discussions that need to be had.
This interactive program will offer insight into what older adults are looking for in later years and how to go about approaching and assessing sex and intimacy with older adults.
Learning Objectives:
Evaluate what sex and intimacy mean for an older adult.
Explain the importance of having these discussions with older adults while encouraging other health care professionals to ask the right questions.
State examples of what can interfere with sex or intimacy in later years.
Identify when a client has the capacity and the right to choose to engage in sexual activity.
Participate in ethical discussion around sex and seniors.
This workshop is in accordance and in compliance with the NASW standards with a focus on the principles of service, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, and competence; and the standard of responsibilities to clients, and as professionals.
Maryland: This workshop is in compliance with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ COMAR 10.42.03.06.A(5).
Audience: Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists, anyone interested in the topic.
Sponsored By: University of Maryland School of Social Work
Cost: $70.00-$90.00
For questions, email cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu