HC 112 – Redefining Aging: Transforming our Understanding of “Old Age” and Well-Being

Overview:

It is no secret that the United States population is growing older.  The aging population will double in the coming decades, affecting the social and health systems that our clients and families depend upon. Helping professionals will need to adopt a new mindset of well-being in relation to the aging process.  Join acclaimed author and board-certified adult and geriatric psychiatrist, Marc Agronin, MD, for this engaging educational experience as he presents a hopeful and practical guide to aging.  Dr. Agronin’s recent research aims to no longer see aging as an implacable enemy and start seeing it as a developmental force for enhancing well-being, meaning, and longevity.  Participants will learn innovative, evidence-based practices to create belonging and empowerment and help  broaden the lens through which they view the aging process.

Objectives:

1 – Summarize the concept of well-being in relation to the aging process.

2 – Identify the aspects of creating belonging, empowerment, and mastery.

3 – Describe strategies to improve the ways you value the aging process.

Continuing Education Credits Offered: 2 CE Credits

Social workers: 2 CE credits (ASWB ACE and NY State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work)
Case Managers: 2 contact hours (CCMC)
Nurses: 2 contact hours (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Counselors: 2 credit hours (NBCC ACEP and NY State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners)

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit.