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Digital Seminar

2-Day Certification Conference: Alzheimer's, Dementias and Geriatric Mental Health Conditions


Speaker:
Micheal Shafer, PhD
Duration:
12 Hours 50 Minutes
Language:
Presented in EN, handouts in EN
Copyright:
Nov 16, 2023
Product Code:
POS056320
Media Type:
Digital Seminar - Also available: Live Webinar



Description

No matter the discipline, very few providers have received adequate training on safely and effectively meeting the complex mental and behavioral health needs of older adults.

Don’t be caught unprepared!

Whether you’re a social worker, psychologist, counselor, nurse, OT, PT, SLP, or Long-Term Care professional, this training is exactly what you need to ensure proper care for geriatric patients facing Alzheimer’s, other dementias, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation. More than a broad overview, this training will give you specific strategies and interventions tailored to older adults.

Through this specialized training you’ll receive:

  • Cognitive assessment tools and interpretation tips
  • Practical solutions to challenging behaviors in dementia patients
  • Detailed guidance on recognizing the warning signs of suicidal behavior in older adults
  • Adaptive solutions to treat late life depression, anxiety, trauma and drug use
  • Tips and tactics for successfully working with families

Purchase today and finish feeling prepared and confident in your ability to overcome the most challenging complexities of working with geriatric patients!

Best of all, upon completion of this training, you’ll be eligible to become an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist (ECDCS) through Evergreen Certifications. Certification lets colleagues, employers, and clients know that you’ve invested the extra time and effort necessary to understand the complexities of dementia care counselling. Professional standards apply. Visit www.evergreencertifications.com/ecdcs for details.


CERTIFICATION MADE SIMPLE!

  • No hidden fees – PESI pays for your application fee (a $99 value)!
  • Simply complete this training and the post-event evaluation included in this training, and your application to be an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist through Evergreen Certifications is complete.*

Attendees will receive documentation of ECDCS designation from Evergreen Certifications 4 to 6 weeks following completion.

*Professional standards apply. Visit www.evergreencertifications.com/ecdcs for professional requirements.

Credit

Program Information

Planning Committee Disclosure - No relevant relationships

All members of the PESI, Inc. planning committee have provided disclosures of financial relationships with ineligible organizations and any relevant non-financial relationships prior to planning content for this activity. None of the committee members had relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies or other potentially biasing relationships to disclose to learners.  For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.



Canada Credit - CE Information Coming Soon

Continuing education credit information is coming soon for this non-interactive self-study package.

CEs may be available for select professions, as listed in the target audience. Hours will be dependent on the actual recording time. Please check with your state licensing board or organization for specific requirements. 

There may be an additional fee for CE certificates. Please contact our Customer Service at 1-800-844-8260 for more details. 

**Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of your profession. As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your professions standards.



Handouts

Speaker

Micheal Shafer, PhD's Profile

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Micheal Shafer Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of people with dementia. Dr. Shafer holds multiple teaching positions in the Michigan State University School of Medicine in the departments Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Radiology.

 

Dr. Shafer lectures nationally on a variety of clinical and research issues, and has conducted numerous trainings for physicians about medication utilization and mechanisms of actions, particularly for those used to treat Alzheimer's Disease. His primary research/clinical interests include the assessment of neuropsychological disorders (e.g., stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), Alzheimer’s) and the study of localized brain functioning. Prior to earning his Ph.D., Dr. Shafer provided hospital-based counseling services and conducted research at the University of Maryland Medical School.

 

Dr. Shafer earned his M.A. degree in applied psychology from the University of Baltimore and his Ph.D. in clinical psychology with an emphasis on neuropsychology from the University of North Texas.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Micheal Shafer has employment relationships with Michigan Health, MSU PM&R, and PAR Rehab Services. He is the founder and president of Greater Lansing CARE Foundation. Dr. Shafer receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Micheal Shafer is a journal reviewer for Neuropsychology, Journal of Head Trauma, and the Journal of Primary Prevention. He is a member of the Functional Neurological Disorder Society (FNDS), the Clinical Neuropsychology (Division 40, APA), the American Psychological Association (APA), the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN), and the Michigan Psychological Association (MPA).


Additional Info

Program Information

Access for Self-Study (Non-Interactive)

Access never expires for this product.

 

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Objectives

  1. Investigate how psychosocial changes, life role transitions, and the unique stressors of late life can impact the mental health of older adults.
  2. Evaluate how changes in the function of the aging brain and body impact the mental health of older adults.
  3. Investigate how an aging metabolism’s ability to process pharmacological treatments creates unique safety concerns with geriatric patients.
  4. Distinguish between types of dementia and connect this information to prognosis.
  5. Differentiate between the Mini-Mental State Examination and SLUMS as cognitive assessment tools.
  6. Determine the potential causes of delusions and hallucinations in dementia patients to help reduce the risks of dangerous complications.
  7. Assess for pain in dementia patients by understanding behavioral cues such as restlessness and agitation.
  8. Investigate the complexity of suicidal behavior in older adults and use this information to improve your ability to identify the warning signs.
  9. Evaluate how medical issues can contribute to late-life anxiety and investigate evidenced-based psychological treatments that can help patients reduce symptomology.
  10. Appraise how psychological trauma can manifest as somatic complaints and determine how this impacts trauma assessment in elderly patients.
  11. Employ adaptive exercise solutions for physically challenged patients as a late-life depression intervention.
  12. Investigate why substance abuse in elder patients is often overlooked and use simple assessment instruments to help identify it.

Outline

DAY 1
Dementia Differentiation, Diagnosis and Prognosis
  • Types of dementia and how to differentiate between them
  • Pseudo-dementia explanations
  • Mild Neuro-Cognitive Disorder
  • Diagnosis, prognosis, and stages
  • The latest preventative treatments
Cognitive Assessment Essentials
  • Mini-Mental State Examination
  • SLUMS
  • Administration and scoring
  • Objective and subjective interpretation
Challenging Behavior Toolbox:
Trigger Identification, Problem Solving, and Compassionate Intervention Strategies
  • Individualizing care - strengths and limitations
  • Pain and pain assessment
  • Tactics for verbal and physical combativeness
  • Agitation - triggers, pain and care planning
  • Delusions and hallucinations -- potential causes and complications
  • Wandering – redirection techniques to reduce risks
  • Tips for working with sundowners
  • Sexual expressiveness and interventions for dignity
  • Activities of Daily Living - structure and engagement strategies
Verbal and Non-Verbal Strategies for Communication:
Reduce Frustration and Increase Understanding with Dementia Patients
  • When traditional communication is replaced by behaviors
  • Person centered: Gathering beliefs and values
  • Effective tips for communicating with dementia patients
    • Find the meaning behind the gesture
    • How to avoid arguments
    • What questions to ask, and how to ask them
  • Meaningful activities that connect
Tips and Tactics for Successfully Working with Caregivers
  • Family dynamics
  • Validation, empathy and active listening
  • Caregiver burnout and where to go for help
  • End of life issues
  • Ethical issues and abuse
DAY 2
How Aging Impacts Mental Health
  • The aging brain, body and unique stressors of late life
  • Social systems, stigma and life role transitions
  • How medical illness impacts mental health
Geriatric Pharmacology:
Essential Considerations for Safety and Effectiveness
  • The senior metabolism and unique safety concerns
  • Common side effect of drugs on seniors
  • Interactive effects to be aware of
Late-Life Depression:
Assessment and Interventions
  • Assessment strategies for late-life depression
  • The role of social support
  • Working with grief and loss
  • Cognitive approaches to focus on today’s problems
  • Adaptive exercise solutions for the physically challenged
Suicide in Older Adults:
How to Recognize the Warning Signs and Properly Intervene
  • The complexity of suicidal behavior in older adults
  • Assessment and screening tools
  • Treatment approaches and crisis guidance
Alcohol and Drug Use in the Elderly
  • Unique vulnerabilities and diagnostic difficulties
  • Assessment instruments
  • Motivational Interviewing and relapse prevention strategies
Late-Life Anxiety:
Identification and Treatment Strategies Adapted to Older Adults
  • Risk factors, stressors and symptoms
  • Loss of social support and fear of being alone
  • Medical issues and hypochondria
  • Evidence-based psychological treatments
Trauma-Informed Treatment of Older Adults
  • What the latest research tells us – and what it doesn’t
  • Special considerations when assessing seniors for trauma
  • Trauma and somatic complaints
The Role of Nutrition in Geriatric Behavioral Problems
  • How vitamin and mineral deficiencies impact behavior
  • How the volatility of blood sugar can impact behavior
  • Strategies for non-compliant eating

Target Audience

  • Social Workers
  • Psychologists
  • Nurses
  • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Counselors
  • Nursing Home Administrators
  • Assisted Living Facility Administrators
  • Long Term/Acute
  • Care Professionals
  • Case Managers
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Physical Therapists

Reviews

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Overall:      4.5

Total Reviews: 4

Comments

SALLY J

"excellent slides and content. It was hard to hear even though my computer audio was up to max. Thank You!"

Radha S

"Dr. Shafer clearly is experienced in this field and provided a wealth of info regarding research and neuropsychology. I was hoping for more content on how to work clinically with this population."

Beth L

"Interesting, informative and engaging presenter! "

Sally R

"The instructor was well-versed in the subject matter and demonstrated a zeal for the material. He also presented the material in an organized manner and the material was pertinent to my line of work. I am very happy with this training!"

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