Date/Time
2 CEs
Mark Tesoro, Cognitive and Behavioral Health Specialist at the Maryland Department of Aging, will deliver an insightful presentation focused on identifying the unique risks and warning signs associated with the aging population.
He will explore data trends and their implications, discuss best practices in prevention, intervention, and support, and emphasize the critical role of language and its impact. Additionally, he will provide effective outreach strategies, raise awareness, and share therapeutic approaches tailored specifically for older adults.
Learning Objectives
Recognizing the unique risks/warning signs specific to the aging population.
Understanding data trends for the aging population and their implications.
Exploring best practices in prevention, intervention, and support for the aging population.
Addressing the importance of language and its impact ("what to say and how to say it" i.e. not "Silver Tsunami").
Highlighting effective outreach/awareness strategies and therapeutic approaches tailored for older adults.
Location: Virtual
Sponsored By: University of Maryland School of Medicine and the Maryland Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)
Cost: Free