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SUMMARY:Caregiving in Aging Families Series: Family Systems Shifting into Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Sara Qualls\, PhD\, ABPP \nDates and Times: 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Friday of September from 8-11AM PT/9AM-11AM MT/10AM-12PM CT/11AM-1PM ET \nWhen caregiving challenges family systems in the later part of life\, individuals and families often struggle with practical and emotional burdens that are too often fraught with family conflict.  Families with long histories are expected to engage in novel work related to declining functional health of aging member(s) without training.  Not surprisingly\, many families find themselves overwhelmed with practical tasks that are emotionally loaded and interpersonally complicated.  In this three-part series\, participants from all mental health professions are invited to consider how the intersection of three major bodies of research on family development\, family systems\, and successful aging can help them guide family members toward more successful strategies to handle the very daunting tasks they face.    \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nLearners who participate in the full series will be able to:\nIdentify the key constructs of family systems theory \nDescribe how family systems are affected by developmental tasks of adulthood  \nDiscuss how caregiving shifts family system dynamics \nDifferentiate first order and second order systems change intervention strategies for caregivers \n\n  \nPlease register here. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/caregiving-for-aging-families-family-systems-shifting-into-caregiving/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
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SUMMARY:Caregiving in Aging Families Series: Families Age
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Sara Qualls\, PhD\, ABPP \nDates and Times: 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Friday of September from 8-11AM PT/9AM-11AM MT/10AM-12PM CT/11AM-1PM ET \nWhen caregiving challenges family systems in the later part of life\, individuals and families often struggle with practical and emotional burdens that are too often fraught with family conflict.  Families with long histories are expected to engage in novel work related to declining functional health of aging member(s) without training.  Not surprisingly\, many families find themselves overwhelmed with practical tasks that are emotionally loaded and interpersonally complicated.  In this three-part series\, participants from all mental health professions are invited to consider how the intersection of three major bodies of research on family development\, family systems\, and successful aging can help them guide family members toward more successful strategies to handle the very daunting tasks they face.    \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in the full series will be able to: \n\nName three developmental tasks of family development in later life \nDescribe how family relationships change in later life \nDiscuss factors that influence how caregiving for older adults emerges as a developmental task within the family \nCompare challenges experienced while caring for persons living with dementia with those experienced by families caring for persons with other diseases and conditions that are not cognitively impairing to the care recipient.  \n\nPlease register here. \n  \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/caregiving-for-aging-families-families-age/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240904T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240904T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240705T201101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T212926Z
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SUMMARY:Suicide Loss as a Crisis of Meaning:  Implications for Grief Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Robert A. Neimeyer\, PhD \nDate and Time: September 4th from 10-11:30AM PT/11AM-12:30PM MT/12pm-1:30pm CT/1pm-2:30pm ET  \nResearch suggests that much of the complicated and prolonged grief that frequently follows bereavement by suicide is mediated by its assault on the survivor’s world of meaning\, and the attendant struggle to make sense of (a) the relationship to the deceased\, (b) the death itself\, and (c) the survivor’s own identity in its aftermath.  Viewing this struggle through the lens of the Tripartite Model of Meaning Reconstruction in Loss\, we will first consider common obstacles to integrating such loss adaptively within survivors’ meaning systems\, and the implications this carries for the construction of the therapeutic relationship as well as specific interventions to address each impasse.  Paradoxically\, however\, the same effort after meaning can be a catalyst for posttraumatic growth\, which studies suggest is facilitated by identifiable psychological and social conditions.  Illustrating these concepts with brief client videos\, we conclude with general guidelines for conducting therapy with this traumatically bereaved population. \nLearning Objectives \n\nSummarize evidence that meaning making mediates the impact of traumatic loss on bereaved survivors\nDiscuss three narrative obstacles to meaning making in suicide loss\, noting relevant signs and symptoms that serve as markers directing subsequent therapy to the client’s implicit needs\nList three therapeutic procedures that promote reaffirmation or reconstruction of client meanings and the character of the therapeutic relationship required for their safe administration with suicide loss survivors\n\n Please register here. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/suicide-loss-as-a-crisis-of-meaning-implications-for-grief-therapy/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T193845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T215951Z
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SUMMARY:Implementing the 4Ms-Behavioral Health: Applying the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System in Mental Health and Substance Use Services
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Erin Emery-Tiburcio\, PhD\, ABPP and Laura Porter\, PhD \nDates and Times: Second Friday of the month May through September at 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \nBuilt on the foundation of the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System (What Matters\, Medication\, Mentation\, and Mobility)\, the 4Ms – Behavioral Health (4Ms-BH) provides mental health and substance use clinicians with a unique version of the framework to guide and enhance care for older adults. This eight-hour live online series will provide essential background knowledge about the needs of older adults in mental health and substance use settings\, practical tools for assessing and applying the 4Ms-BH across professions and theoretical orientations\, and strategies to support framework sustainability. The series includes a three-hour overview webinar followed by five monthly one-hour sessions to apply and solidify training content. Free continuing education credits will be provided at the conclusion of the full series following completion of the post-test and evaluation. \n  \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in the full series will be able to: \n\nDefine the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System – Behavioral Health and describe the connections between the 4Ms.\nDescribe the unique needs of older adults regarding mental health and substance use.\nUtilize tools for assessing and acting on the 4Ms-BH.\nIdentify strategies and tools for sustaining this framework in their practice settings.\n\nSessions: \n04/05/24: 10AM-1PM PT/11AM-2PM MT/12-3PM CT/ 1-4PM ET \n05/10/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n06/14/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n07/12/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n08/09/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n09/13/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n*Please note registration and attendance at all sessions is required to claim ce credits. Registration information for the monthly series will be shared with all who attend the April 5th webinar. We highly suggest using “Add to Calendar” now to keep the events marked on personal calendars.* \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/implementing-the-4ms-behavioral-health-applying-the-4ms-of-an-age-friendly-health-system-in-mental-health-and-substance-use-services-4/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T193724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T215937Z
UID:2929-1720785600-1720789200@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Implementing the 4Ms-Behavioral Health: Applying the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System in Mental Health and Substance Use Services
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Erin Emery-Tiburcio\, PhD\, ABPP and Laura Porter\, PhD \nDates and Times: Second Friday of the month May through September at 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \nBuilt on the foundation of the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System (What Matters\, Medication\, Mentation\, and Mobility)\, the 4Ms – Behavioral Health (4Ms-BH) provides mental health and substance use clinicians with a unique version of the framework to guide and enhance care for older adults. This eight-hour live online series will provide essential background knowledge about the needs of older adults in mental health and substance use settings\, practical tools for assessing and applying the 4Ms-BH across professions and theoretical orientations\, and strategies to support framework sustainability. The series includes a three-hour overview webinar followed by five monthly one-hour sessions to apply and solidify training content. Free continuing education credits will be provided at the conclusion of the full series following completion of the post-test and evaluation. \n  \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in the full series will be able to: \n\nDefine the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System – Behavioral Health and describe the connections between the 4Ms.\nDescribe the unique needs of older adults regarding mental health and substance use.\nUtilize tools for assessing and acting on the 4Ms-BH.\nIdentify strategies and tools for sustaining this framework in their practice settings.\n\nSessions: \n04/05/24: 10AM-1PM PT/11AM-2PM MT/12-3PM CT/ 1-4PM ET \n05/10/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n06/14/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n07/12/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n08/09/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n09/13/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n*Please note registration and attendance at all sessions is required to claim ce credits. Registration information for the monthly series will be shared with all who attend the April 5th webinar. We highly suggest using “Add to Calendar” now to keep the events marked on personal calendars.* \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/implementing-the-4ms-behavioral-health-applying-the-4ms-of-an-age-friendly-health-system-in-mental-health-and-substance-use-services-3/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240604T161815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T172916Z
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SUMMARY:Aging and Traumatic Brain Injury: Understanding the Intersection and Implications
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Teresa Ashman\, PhD\, ABPP-RP \nDates and Times: July 10th from 10-11:30AM PT/11AM-12:30PM MT/12pm-1:30pm CT/1pm-2:30pm ET  \nAs the population ages\, the incidence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) among older adults is rising\, presenting unique challenges and considerations for healthcare professionals. This presentation delves into the intersection of aging and TBI\, whether aging with a TBI or sustaining a TBI in older age. The presentation will focus on the latest research on TBI in older adults\, including risk factors\, recovery trajectories\, and long-term outcomes. The session will also highlight innovative approaches to prevention\, treatment\, and rehabilitation tailored to the aging population. Join us to enhance your understanding and improve care strategies for this vulnerable and growing demographic. \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain the consequences of aging with a TBI versus sustaining a TBI at an older age\nIdentify key risk factors and mechanisms of TBI in older adults\nEvaluate the cognitive and physiological impact of TBI on older adults\n\n Please register here. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/aging-and-traumatic-brain-injury-understanding-the-intersection-and-implications/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T193625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T215850Z
UID:2927-1718366400-1718370000@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Implementing the 4Ms-Behavioral Health: Applying the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System in Mental Health and Substance Use Services
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Erin Emery-Tiburcio\, PhD\, ABPP and Laura Porter\, PhD \nDates and Times: Second Friday of the month May through September at 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \nBuilt on the foundation of the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System (What Matters\, Medication\, Mentation\, and Mobility)\, the 4Ms – Behavioral Health (4Ms-BH) provides mental health and substance use clinicians with a unique version of the framework to guide and enhance care for older adults. This eight-hour live online series will provide essential background knowledge about the needs of older adults in mental health and substance use settings\, practical tools for assessing and applying the 4Ms-BH across professions and theoretical orientations\, and strategies to support framework sustainability. The series includes a three-hour overview webinar followed by five monthly one-hour sessions to apply and solidify training content. Free continuing education credits will be provided at the conclusion of the full series following completion of the post-test and evaluation. \n  \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in the full series will be able to: \n\nDefine the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System – Behavioral Health and describe the connections between the 4Ms.\nDescribe the unique needs of older adults regarding mental health and substance use.\nUtilize tools for assessing and acting on the 4Ms-BH.\nIdentify strategies and tools for sustaining this framework in their practice settings.\n\nSessions: \n04/05/24: 10AM-1PM PT/11AM-2PM MT/12-3PM CT/ 1-4PM ET \n05/10/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n06/14/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n07/12/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n08/09/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n09/13/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n*Please note registration and attendance at all sessions is required to claim ce credits. Registration information for the monthly series will be shared with all who attend the April 5th webinar. We highly suggest using “Add to Calendar” now to keep the events marked on personal calendars.* \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/implementing-the-4ms-behavioral-health-applying-the-4ms-of-an-age-friendly-health-system-in-mental-health-and-substance-use-services-2/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240501T153146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T153146Z
UID:3051-1717588800-1717594200@e4center.org
SUMMARY:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Considerations for Older Adults to Prevent Suicide in Later Life
DESCRIPTION:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Considerations for Older Adults \nSpeakers: Richard McKeon\, PhD\, MPH and Erin Emery-Tiburcio\, PhD\, ABPP \nDate: June 5th\, 2024 \nTime: 10-11:30AM PT / 11AM-12:30PM MT / 12-1:30PM CT / 1-2:30PM ET \nThe 988 hotline offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. In this webinar\, Dr. Richard McKeon\, Senior Advisor in the SAMHSA 988 Office\, will discuss the shift from the previous hotline to the new number\, services available\, and impact of 988 thus far. Dr. Erin Emery-Tiburcio will introduce training modules designed for 988 call center staff about working with older adults that are currently being adapted for professionals who encounter older adults in crisis in person.   \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nRecognize the services offered by 988 call centers.\nUnderstand the impact of the 988 service.\nIdentify resources for learning more about older adults in crisis.\n\nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/988-suicide-crisis-lifeline-considerations-for-older-adults-to-prevent-suicide-in-later-life/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240404T201005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185059Z
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SUMMARY:Words Matter Wednesdays: Advancing Equity Through Language
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Equity for Asian American\, Native Hawaiian\, and Pacific Islander Populations presented by The AANHPI ‘Ohana Center of Excellence  \nDate and time: 05/29/24 from 2-3PM CT / 3-4PM ET / 12-1PM PST / 10-11AM HAST \nPlease join us for a series this May that will explore equitable terminology that promotes social justice for populations where language has often been used to shame individuals\, patronize\, enforce prejudice\, or limit visibility. Each session will provide updated language that helps advance equity within their population of focus. We encourage behavioral health professionals and those who interact with or write about these populations\, including those leading other Centers of Excellence\, Technology Transfer Centers\, and others administering programs aimed at increasing assess to mental health care to attend. Together\, we hope to move forward in advancing equity through language  \nLearning Objectives   \n\nIdentify language that is unhelpful to older AAPI individuals \nIdentify updated language that helps advance equity for AAPI individuals  \nUtilize effective language to promote equity for AAPI individuals \n\nPlease register here. \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/words-matter-wednesdays-advancing-equity-through-language-5/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240408T211316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T211438Z
UID:3027-1716462000-1716465600@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Schaalman Senior Voices Thought Leader Lecture: From Isolation to Inspiration
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Jeremy Nobel\, MD\, MPH \nDate: May 23rd 11AM-12PM CT \nLocation: Virtually and in-person at Searle Conference Center\, RUSH Professional Building 1725 W. Harrison St. 5th Floor (Elevator II) Chicago\, IL 60612 \nIn celebration of  Older Americans Month\, please join RUSH Generations and the RUSH Center for Excellence in Aging for our annual Schaalman Senior Voices Thought Leader Lecture\, featuring Dr. Jeremy Nobel. \nThis lecture will explore loneliness and social isolation among the older adult population and how the arts engage\, inspire\, empower\, and connect us. Dr. Nobel is the author of Project UnLonely: Healing Our Crisis of Disconnection. \nRegister HERE. \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/schaalman-senior-voices-thought-leader-lecture-from-isolation-to-inspiration/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240404T200943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185158Z
UID:3020-1716386400-1716390000@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Words Matter Wednesdays: Advancing Equity Through Language
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Equity for LGBTQIA2S+ Populations presented by Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity  \nDate and Time: 05/22/24 from  2-3PM CT / 3-4PM ET / 12-1PM PST / 10-11AM HAST \nPlease join us for a series this May that will explore equitable terminology that promotes social justice for populations where language has often been used to shame individuals\, patronize\, enforce prejudice\, or limit visibility. Each session will provide updated language that helps advance equity within their population of focus. We encourage behavioral health professionals and those who interact with or write about these populations\, including those leading other Centers of Excellence\, Technology Transfer Centers\, and others administering programs aimed at increasing assess to mental health care to attend. Together\, we hope to move forward in advancing equity through language  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify language that is unhelpful to LGBTQIA2S+ individuals \nIdentify updated language that helps advance equity for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals \nUtilize effective language to promote equity for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals \n\nPlease register here. \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/words-matter-wednesdays-advancing-equity-through-language-4/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240404T200637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185234Z
UID:3015-1715781600-1715785200@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Words Matter Wednesdays: Advancing Equity Through Language
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Equity for Older Adult Populations presented by E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging  \nDates and Times: 05/15/24 from 2-3PM CT / 3-4PM ET / 12-1PM PST / 10-11AM HAST \nPlease join us for a series this May that will explore equitable terminology that promotes social justice for populations where language has often been used to shame individuals\, patronize\, enforce prejudice\, or limit visibility. Each session will provide updated language that helps advance equity within their population of focus. We encourage behavioral health professionals and those who interact with or write about these populations\, including those leading other Centers of Excellence\, Technology Transfer Centers\, and others administering programs aimed at increasing assess to mental health care to attend. Together\, we hope to move forward in advancing equity through language  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify language that is unhelpful to older adults \nIdentify updated language that helps advance equity for older adults \nUtilize effective language to promote equity for older adults \n\nPlease register here. \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/words-matter-wednesdays-advancing-equity-through-language-3/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T193555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T170525Z
UID:2925-1715342400-1715346000@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Implementing the 4Ms-Behavioral Health: Applying the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System in Mental Health and Substance Use Services
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Erin Emery-Tiburcio\, PhD\, ABPP and Laura Porter\, PhD \nDates and Times: Second Friday of the month May through September at 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \nBuilt on the foundation of the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System (What Matters\, Medication\, Mentation\, and Mobility)\, the 4Ms – Behavioral Health (4Ms-BH) provides mental health and substance use clinicians with a unique version of the framework to guide and enhance care for older adults. This eight-hour live online series will provide essential background knowledge about the needs of older adults in mental health and substance use settings\, practical tools for assessing and applying the 4Ms-BH across professions and theoretical orientations\, and strategies to support framework sustainability. The series includes a three-hour overview webinar followed by five monthly one-hour sessions to apply and solidify training content. Free continuing education credits will be provided at the conclusion of the full series following completion of the post-test and evaluation. \n  \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in the full series will be able to: \n\nDefine the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System – Behavioral Health and describe the connections between the 4Ms.\nDescribe the unique needs of older adults regarding mental health and substance use.\nUtilize tools for assessing and acting on the 4Ms-BH.\nIdentify strategies and tools for sustaining this framework in their practice settings.\n\nSessions: \n04/05/24: 10AM-1PM PT/11AM-2PM MT/12-3PM CT/ 1-4PM ET \n05/10/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n06/14/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n07/12/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n08/09/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n09/13/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n*Please note registration and attendance at all sessions is required to claim CE credits. Registration information for the monthly series will be shared with all who attend the April 5th webinar. We highly suggest using “Add to Calendar” now to keep the events marked on personal calendars.* \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/implementing-the-4ms-behavioral-health-applying-the-4ms-of-an-age-friendly-health-system-in-mental-health-and-substance-use-services/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240404T200613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185722Z
UID:3016-1715176800-1715180400@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Words Matter Wednesdays: Advancing Equity Through Language
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Equity for Black and African American Populations presented by African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence  \nDates and Times: 05/08/24 from 2-3PM CT / 3-4PM ET / 12-1PM PST / 10-11AM HAST \nPlease join us for a series this May that will explore equitable terminology that promotes social justice for populations where language has often been used to shame individuals\, patronize\, enforce prejudice\, or limit visibility. Each session will provide updated language that helps advance equity within their population of focus. We encourage behavioral health professionals and those who interact with or write about these populations\, including those leading other Centers of Excellence\, Technology Transfer Centers\, and others administering programs aimed at increasing assess to mental health care to attend. Together\, we hope to move forward in advancing equity through language  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify language that is unhelpful to Black and African Americans \nIdentify updated language that helps advance equity for Black and African Americans \nUtilize effective language to promote equity for Black and African Americans \n\nPlease register here. \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/words-matter-wednesdays-advancing-equity-through-language-2/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240410T180424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T201345Z
UID:3039-1714640400-1714665600@e4center.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Dates and Times: May 2nd from at 7am-2pM PT / 8AM-3PM MT / 9am-4PM CT / 10am-5PM ET \nThe National Council on Aging is proud to host the 7th annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium. This event is co-sponsored with the U.S. Administration for Community Living\, the Health Resources and Services Administration\, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Registration is free and includes a full day of sessions on how to best meet the mental health needs of older adults. In partnership with Rush University’s E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging\, NCOA anticipates offering free continuing education credit for several professions. Please visit the Continuing Education page for more information. \nPublic health practitioners\, professionals in the aging network\, mental health providers\, health care professionals\, and anyone interested in ensuring the mental health of older adults should attend this free\, virtual event on May 2\, 2024 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm EST. Be sure to join us starting at 10:00 am EST for the welcome and keynote speaker\, Jenifer Lewis. \nLearning Objectives\nIn this symposium\, participants will be able to: \n\nTo share new initiatives\, strategies\, promising practices as well as the perspective of older adults to improve access\, reduce stigma\, and increase collaboration in the field of older adult mental health\, particularly to assist those with serious mental illness and substance use disorders.\nTo increase awareness about the role that health inequities play in the care and treatment of older adult mental health and substance use disorders\, and identify culturally-appropriate approaches to reduce their impact\, including social support and evidence-based interventions.\nTo provide attendees with actionable steps they can bring back to their communities.\nIdentify policy solutions to address inequities and access barriers in older adult mental health.\n\nRegister HERE. \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/7th-annual-older-adult-mental-health-awareness-day-symposium/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240404T200445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T185651Z
UID:2984-1714572000-1714575600@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Words Matter Wednesdays: Advancing Equity Through Language
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Equity when Speaking About\, and with\, Families presented by National Family Support Technical Assistance Center (NFSTAC)  \nDates and Times: 05/01/24 from 2-3PM CT / 3-4PM ET / 12-1PM PST / 10-11AM HAST \nPlease join us for a series this May that will explore equitable terminology that promotes social justice for populations where language has often been used to shame individuals\, patronize\, enforce prejudice\, or limit visibility. Each session will provide updated language that helps advance equity within their population of focus. We encourage behavioral health professionals and those who interact with or write about these populations\, including those leading other Centers of Excellence\, Technology Transfer Centers\, and others administering programs aimed at increasing assess to mental health care to attend. Together\, we hope to move forward in advancing equity through language  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify language that is unhelpful to families \nIdentify updated language that helps advance equity for families \nUtilize effective language to promote equity among families \n\nPlease register here. \n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/words-matter-wednesdays-advancing-equity-through-language/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T193955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T170456Z
UID:2910-1712318400-1712329200@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Implementing the 4Ms-Behavioral Health: Applying the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System in Mental Health and Substance Use Services
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Erin Emery-Tiburcio\, PhD\, ABPP and Laura Porter\, PhD \nDates and Times: April 5th at 10AM-1PM PT/11AM-2PM MT/12-3PM CT/ 1-4PM ET and second Friday of the month May through September at 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \nBuilt on the foundation of the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System (What Matters\, Medication\, Mentation\, and Mobility)\, the 4Ms – Behavioral Health (4Ms-BH) provides mental health and substance use clinicians with a unique version of the framework to guide and enhance care for older adults. This eight-hour live online series will provide essential background knowledge about the needs of older adults in mental health and substance use settings\, practical tools for assessing and applying the 4Ms-BH across professions and theoretical orientations\, and strategies to support framework sustainability. The series includes a three-hour overview webinar followed by five monthly one-hour sessions to apply and solidify training content. Free continuing education credits will be provided at the conclusion of the full series following completion of the post-test and evaluation. \n  \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in the full series will be able to: \n\nDefine the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System – Behavioral Health and describe the connections between the 4Ms.\nDescribe the unique needs of older adults regarding mental health and substance use.\nUtilize tools for assessing and acting on the 4Ms-BH.\nIdentify strategies and tools for sustaining this framework in their practice settings.\n\nSessions: \n04/05/24: 10AM-1PM PT/11AM-2PM MT/12-3PM CT/ 1-4PM ET \n05/10/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n06/14/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n07/12/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n08/09/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \n09/13/24: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \nBECAUSE ZOOM DOES NOT ALLOW US TO INCLUDE DIFFERENT LENGTH SESSIONS IN ONE INVITE\, LEARNERS MUST REGISTER FOR BOTH THE INITIAL THREE HOUR TRAINING AND THE MONTHLY SESSIONS SEPARATELY. CE WILL BE AWARDED AT THE COMPLETION OF THE FULL SERIES OF MONTHLY SESSIONS. \n*Please note registration and attendance at all sessions is required to claim CE credits. Registration information for the monthly series will be shared with all who attend the April 5th webinar. We highly suggest using “Add to Calendar” now to keep the events marked on personal calendars.* \nRegister HERE for the first 3hr session.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/implementing-the-4ms-behavioral-health-applying-the-4ms-of-an-age-friendly-health-system-in-mental-health-and-substance-use-services-6/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T194429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T194429Z
UID:2947-1711454400-1711461600@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Support Aging in Place: Older Adult Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Karen L. Fortuna\, PhD\, LICSW and Robert Walker\, MS\, COAPS \nDates: Tuesdays Feb 20th – Mar 26th   \nTime: 10AM-12PM PT / 11AM-1PM MT / 12-2PM CT / 1-3PM ET \nThis training is designed to promote rapid uptake of digital peer support and is designed specifically to address the needs of older adults\, including evidence-based principles associated with normal aging and technology\, accessing and engaging older adults in technology-based recovery services\, resources to age in place\, aging successfully\, education on whole health\, sharing your lived experience of aging with mental health and/or co-morbid physical health challenges\, and defining values & setting goals.  Please note that in order to receive a certificate of attendance you must attend all 6 sessions. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how peer support can assist older adults in the community \nUnderstand older adult mental health needs and related support options \nDevelop expertise in identifying free or low-cost technologies for older adults  \n\nSessions: \n02/20/24: Older Adult Mental Health Needs \n02/27/24: How to Engage Service Users with Technology and Assist Older Adults in the Community \n03/05/24: Understand how to Address Older Adult Mental Health Needs Using Evidence-Based Practices \n03/12/24: Bonding and Connection with Older Adults and ways to Promote Supportive Relationships \n03/19/24: Available Technologies in the Community that can Support Aging in Place \n03/26/24: Privacy and Confidentiality and Engagement in Technology as an Option for Supporting Older Adults \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/support-aging-in-place-older-adult-peer-support-training-5/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T194359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T194359Z
UID:2945-1710849600-1710856800@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Support Aging in Place: Older Adult Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Karen L. Fortuna\, PhD\, LICSW and Robert Walker\, MS\, COAPS \nDates: Tuesdays Feb 20th – Mar 26th   \nTime: 10AM-12PM PT / 11AM-1PM MT / 12-2PM CT / 1-3PM ET \nThis training is designed to promote rapid uptake of digital peer support and is designed specifically to address the needs of older adults\, including evidence-based principles associated with normal aging and technology\, accessing and engaging older adults in technology-based recovery services\, resources to age in place\, aging successfully\, education on whole health\, sharing your lived experience of aging with mental health and/or co-morbid physical health challenges\, and defining values & setting goals.  Please note that in order to receive a certificate of attendance you must attend all 6 sessions. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how peer support can assist older adults in the community \nUnderstand older adult mental health needs and related support options \nDevelop expertise in identifying free or low-cost technologies for older adults  \n\nSessions: \n02/20/24: Older Adult Mental Health Needs \n02/27/24: How to Engage Service Users with Technology and Assist Older Adults in the Community \n03/05/24: Understand how to Address Older Adult Mental Health Needs Using Evidence-Based Practices \n03/12/24: Bonding and Connection with Older Adults and ways to Promote Supportive Relationships \n03/19/24: Available Technologies in the Community that can Support Aging in Place \n03/26/24: Privacy and Confidentiality and Engagement in Technology as an Option for Supporting Older Adults \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/support-aging-in-place-older-adult-peer-support-training-4/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T194330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T194330Z
UID:2943-1710244800-1710252000@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Support Aging in Place: Older Adult Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Karen L. Fortuna\, PhD\, LICSW and Robert Walker\, MS\, COAPS \nDates: Tuesdays Feb 20th – Mar 26th   \nTime: 10AM-12PM PT / 11AM-1PM MT / 12-2PM CT / 1-3PM ET \nThis training is designed to promote rapid uptake of digital peer support and is designed specifically to address the needs of older adults\, including evidence-based principles associated with normal aging and technology\, accessing and engaging older adults in technology-based recovery services\, resources to age in place\, aging successfully\, education on whole health\, sharing your lived experience of aging with mental health and/or co-morbid physical health challenges\, and defining values & setting goals.  Please note that in order to receive a certificate of attendance you must attend all 6 sessions. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how peer support can assist older adults in the community \nUnderstand older adult mental health needs and related support options \nDevelop expertise in identifying free or low-cost technologies for older adults  \n\nSessions: \n02/20/24: Older Adult Mental Health Needs \n02/27/24: How to Engage Service Users with Technology and Assist Older Adults in the Community \n03/05/24: Understand how to Address Older Adult Mental Health Needs Using Evidence-Based Practices \n03/12/24: Bonding and Connection with Older Adults and ways to Promote Supportive Relationships \n03/19/24: Available Technologies in the Community that can Support Aging in Place \n03/26/24: Privacy and Confidentiality and Engagement in Technology as an Option for Supporting Older Adults \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/support-aging-in-place-older-adult-peer-support-training-3/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T194300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T194300Z
UID:2941-1709640000-1709647200@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Support Aging in Place: Older Adult Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Karen L. Fortuna\, PhD\, LICSW and Robert Walker\, MS\, COAPS \nDates: Tuesdays Feb 20th – Mar 26th   \nTime: 10AM-12PM PT / 11AM-1PM MT / 12-2PM CT / 1-3PM ET \nThis training is designed to promote rapid uptake of digital peer support and is designed specifically to address the needs of older adults\, including evidence-based principles associated with normal aging and technology\, accessing and engaging older adults in technology-based recovery services\, resources to age in place\, aging successfully\, education on whole health\, sharing your lived experience of aging with mental health and/or co-morbid physical health challenges\, and defining values & setting goals.  Please note that in order to receive a certificate of attendance you must attend all 6 sessions. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how peer support can assist older adults in the community \nUnderstand older adult mental health needs and related support options \nDevelop expertise in identifying free or low-cost technologies for older adults  \n\nSessions: \n02/20/24: Older Adult Mental Health Needs \n02/27/24: How to Engage Service Users with Technology and Assist Older Adults in the Community \n03/05/24: Understand how to Address Older Adult Mental Health Needs Using Evidence-Based Practices \n03/12/24: Bonding and Connection with Older Adults and ways to Promote Supportive Relationships \n03/19/24: Available Technologies in the Community that can Support Aging in Place \n03/26/24: Privacy and Confidentiality and Engagement in Technology as an Option for Supporting Older Adults \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/support-aging-in-place-older-adult-peer-support-training-2/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T194202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T194219Z
UID:2937-1709035200-1709042400@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Support Aging in Place: Older Adult Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Karen L. Fortuna\, PhD\, LICSW and Robert Walker\, MS\, COAPS \nDates: Tuesdays Feb 20th – Mar 26th   \nTime: 10AM-12PM PT / 11AM-1PM MT / 12-2PM CT / 1-3PM ET \nThis training is designed to promote rapid uptake of digital peer support and is designed specifically to address the needs of older adults\, including evidence-based principles associated with normal aging and technology\, accessing and engaging older adults in technology-based recovery services\, resources to age in place\, aging successfully\, education on whole health\, sharing your lived experience of aging with mental health and/or co-morbid physical health challenges\, and defining values & setting goals.  Please note that in order to receive a certificate of attendance you must attend all 6 sessions. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how peer support can assist older adults in the community \nUnderstand older adult mental health needs and related support options \nDevelop expertise in identifying free or low-cost technologies for older adults  \n\nSessions: \n02/20/24: Older Adult Mental Health Needs \n02/27/24: How to Engage Service Users with Technology and Assist Older Adults in the Community \n03/05/24: Understand how to Address Older Adult Mental Health Needs Using Evidence-Based Practices \n03/12/24: Bonding and Connection with Older Adults and ways to Promote Supportive Relationships \n03/19/24: Available Technologies in the Community that can Support Aging in Place \n03/26/24: Privacy and Confidentiality and Engagement in Technology as an Option for Supporting Older Adults \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/6-session-support-aging-in-place-older-adult-peer-support-training/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20231208T201738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T194130Z
UID:2869-1708430400-1708437600@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Support Aging in Place: Older Adult Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Karen L. Fortuna\, PhD\, LICSW and Robert Walker\, MS\, COAPS \nDates: Tuesdays Feb 20th – Mar 26th   \nTime: 10AM-12PM PT / 11AM-1PM MT / 12-2PM CT / 1-3PM ET \nThis training is designed to promote rapid uptake of digital peer support and is designed specifically to address the needs of older adults\, including evidence-based principles associated with normal aging and technology\, accessing and engaging older adults in technology-based recovery services\, resources to age in place\, aging successfully\, education on whole health\, sharing your lived experience of aging with mental health and/or co-morbid physical health challenges\, and defining values & setting goals.  Please note that in order to receive a certificate of attendance you must attend all 6 sessions. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how peer support can assist older adults in the community \nUnderstand older adult mental health needs and related support options \nDevelop expertise in identifying free or low-cost technologies for older adults  \n\nSessions: \n02/20/24: Older Adult Mental Health Needs \n02/27/24: How to Engage Service Users with Technology and Assist Older Adults in the Community \n03/05/24: Understand how to Address Older Adult Mental Health Needs Using Evidence-Based Practices \n03/12/24: Bonding and Connection with Older Adults and ways to Promote Supportive Relationships \n03/19/24: Available Technologies in the Community that can Support Aging in Place \n03/26/24: Privacy and Confidentiality and Engagement in Technology as an Option for Supporting Older Adults \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/support-aging-in-place-older-adult-peer-support-training/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20240115T151704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T152144Z
UID:2922-1707307200-1707312600@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Social Connection is Medicine and Hope: Strategies to Reduce Social Isolation & Loneliness to Prevent Suicide in Later Life
DESCRIPTION:Social Connection is Medicine and Hope: Strategies to Reduce Social Isolation & Loneliness to Prevent Suicide in Later Life \nSpeaker: Kimberly Van Orden\, PhD \nDate: February 7th\, 2024 \nTime: 10-11:30AM PT / 11AM-12:30PM MT / 12-1:30PM CT / 1-2:30PM ET \nSocial isolation and loneliness (SIL) is one of the most common characteristics among older adults who die by suicide\, while social connection is protective: socially connected adults have greater than a two-fold reduction in suicide risk over the long-term. Despite the clear significance of SIL\, the U.S. healthcare system has not capitalized on social connection as preventive medicine: it is not routinely assessed and there are no clear evidence-based interventions. This presentation will discuss evidence-informed strategies to assess and intervene on SIL to prevent suicide and promote health & well-being in older adults\, including individual coaching\, behavioral activation\, volunteering\, and peer companionship\, as well as challenges in engaging older adults in those programs. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nDescribe at least two pathways (or mechanisms) whereby reducing social isolation and loneliness may reduce suicide risk in later life. \nIdentify at least three promising strategies to reduce social isolation and loneliness in older adults. \nIdentify at least two factors that may prevent older adults from engaging in programs to reduce social isolation and loneliness.\n\nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/social-connection-is-medicine-and-hope/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20231207T210816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T220151Z
UID:2865-1705492800-1705498200@e4center.org
SUMMARY:4Ms – Behavioral Health: Building Age-Friendly Mental Health Systems
DESCRIPTION:4Ms – Behavioral Health: Building Age-Friendly Mental Health Systems  \nSpeaker: Erin Emery-Tiburcio\, PhD\, ABPP:  Julio Cesar Batista\, MS\, LPC; and Samantha Guilfoyle \, LCSW  \nDate: Jan 17th \nTime: 10-11:30AM PT / 11AM-12:30PM MT / 12-1:30PM CT / 1-2:30PM ET \nThe 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System (What Matters\, Medication\, Mentation\, and Mobility) framework has improved care in health systems for older adults across the country and around the world. Mental health and substance use clinicians can apply all 4Ms in their work with a uniquely tailored version of the framework. This workshop will present the 4Ms-Behavioral Health (BH) framework\, useful tools\, and our experience of piloting a training program with three community mental health centers. We will share lessons learned about teaching and implementing the 4Ms-BH\, as well as sustainability of practice in clinic settings\, and future training opportunities.   \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nIdentify the unique elements of the 4Ms-BH framework\nDiscuss challenges and benefits of implementing the framework\nRecognize opportunities for further training in the 4Ms-BH framework \n\nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/4ms-behavioral-health-building-age-friendly-mental-health-systems/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20230918T210549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T210049Z
UID:2776-1700049600-1700055000@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Alcohol\, Cannabis\, and Other Substance Misuse Among Older Adults: New Findings to Inform Prevention and Interventions
DESCRIPTION:Alcohol\, Cannabis\, and Other Substance Misuse Among Older Adults: New Findings to Inform Prevention and Interventions \nSpeakers: Fred Blow\, PhD and Lynn Cooper \nDate: Nov 15th \nTime: 10-11:30AM PT / 11AM-12:30PM MT / 12-1:30PM CT / 1-2:30PM ET \nIn recent years\, the misuse of alcohol and other psychoactive drugs\, including opioids\, among older adults has been increasing. There is growing evidence that older adults today drink alcohol\, and abuse prescription and illicit drugs\, at higher levels than previously reported. New data suggest that combination of these problems places older adults at increased risk for negative outcomes\, increased health problems\, disability\, and suicide. This presentation will focus on the nature and extent of substance use and abuse in later life\, new research on the changing landscape of substance use and its consequences in aging individuals\, best-practices for screening and identification of late-life substance abuse\, and brief motivational intervention strategies targeting older adults who misuse substances. The webinar will also highlight key recommendations included in the SAMHSA Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) #26: Treatment of Substance Use Disorder in Older Adults. This event is hosted in collaboration with the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA). \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nunderstand the nature and extent of substance misuse among older adults;\ndescribe the unique risks of risky substance use and misuse among older individuals\, especially for those with comorbid mental health and cognitive problems;\nbe able to screen for alcohol and drug use among older adults using standardized instruments; and\nhave new knowledge about effective brief motivational interventions to address both alcohol and drug concerns in their clinical practice.\n\nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/alcohol-and-other-substance-misuse-among-older-adults-new-findings-to-inform-prevention-and-interventions/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20230814T172127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T152459Z
UID:2730-1698840000-1698845400@e4center.org
SUMMARY:Guidance on Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Older Adults in Nursing Homes with Schizophrenia and Other Serious Mental Illnesses
DESCRIPTION:*This event has been postponed and a new date will be shared soon.* \nGuidance on Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Older Adults in Nursing Homes with Schizophrenia and Other Serious Mental Illnesses \nSpeakers: Stephen Bartels\, MD\, MS; Marcia Hunt\, PhD; Susan Buehler\, PhD; and David Farrell\, MSW  \nDate: TBD \nTime: 10-11:30AM PT / 11AM-12:30PM MT / 12-1:30PM CT / 1-2:30PM ET \nThe appropriate care provision for people with schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses (SMI) residing in nursing homes has been an important focus of research and policy.  People with SMI are often placed in nursing homes due to severity or chronicity of their illness\, but also due to limited housing and treatment options. Many older adults with SMI have psychosocial and psychiatric needs that are not well met in nursing homes. In response to these issues\, SAMHSA funded the E4 Center to complete a systematic literature review on the care of older adults with SMI living in nursing homes and assembled an expert panel to develop guidance and recommendations for best practices.  This presentation will review the historical background of the treatment for people with SMI in nursing home settings\, current concerns about diagnosis of SMI within a nursing home setting\, and describe recommendations for improved care within this guidance. \nLearning Objectives \nLearners who participate in this learning activity will be able to: \n\nRecognize the barriers to care that older adults with SMI encounter\, particularly for those who reside in nursing homes.\nDescribe legislation and regulatory policy that have affect the care that older adults with SMI receive.\nList recommendations for best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of older adults with SMI in the nursing home setting.\n\n 
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/guidance-on-best-practices-in-the-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-older-adults-in-nursing-homes-with-schizophrenia-and-other-serious-mental-illnesses/
CATEGORIES:webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T080814
CREATED:20230621T192946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T192946Z
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SUMMARY:Practicing Anti-Ageism
DESCRIPTION:Practicing Anti-Ageism \nSpeakers: Nancy Morrow-Howell PhD\, Suzanne Kunkel PhD\, Tracey Gendron PhD\, and Shannon E. Jarrott PhD \nDate: Wednesday\, September 6th \nTime: 10-11:30AM PT / 11AM-12:30PM MT / 12-1:30PM CT / 1-2:30PM ET \nIn this session\, we will briefly review what ageism is\, where it happens\, and why it matters; but the focus will be on deepening our understanding of how we all experience and perpetuate ageism. We will discuss strategies that we can use to actively address ageism\, especially in our professional settings. \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/practicing-anti-ageism/
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SUMMARY:Depression in Older Adults: Clinical Characteristics and Innovative Psychosocial Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Depression in Older Adults: Clinical Characteristics and Innovative Psychosocial Strategies \nSpeaker: Patrick J. Raue\, PhD \nDate: Wednesday\, June 7th \nTime: 10-11:30AM PT / 11AM-12:30PM MT / 12-1:30PM CT / 1-2:30PM ET \nThis talk will describe the prevalence and clinical characteristics of depression in older adults.  The talk will then discuss the evidence for the feasibility and effectiveness of lay health delivered psychosocial interventions for older adults.   \nLearning Objectives:  \n\nRecognize ways in which depressive conditions among older adults may differ compared to younger adults.  \nDescribe the evidence base for lay mental health providers.  \nDescribe the components of the “Do More\, Feel Better” intervention \n\nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/depression-in-older-adults-clinical-characteristics-and-innovative-psychosocial-strategies/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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SUMMARY:Schaalman Senior Voices Inaugural Thought Leader Lectureship
DESCRIPTION:Caught in the Middle: The Aging Population\, the Caregiver Shortage\, and the Way Forward \nSpeaker: Robyn I. Stone\, DrPH\, Senior Vice President for research at LeadingAge and Co-Director of the LeadingAge LTSS Center at UMass Boston. \nDate: Thursday\, May 31st \nTime: 10-11AM PT / 11AM-12PM MT / 12-1PM CT / 1-2PM ET \nThe RUSH Center of Excellence in Aging and Schaalman Senior Voices welcome Dr. Robyn Stone\, DrPH presenting Caught in the Middle: The Aging Population\, the Caregiver Shortage\, and the Way Forward. A noted researcher and leading authority on aging and long-term policy\, Dr. Stone will be speaking about the home care workforce challenges and implications for the healthcare system and older adults themselves. Robyn Stone\, DrPH is the Senior Vice President of Research at LeadingAge and Co-Director of LeadingAge LTSS at UMass in Boston. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUpon completion of this activity participants should be able to:\nUnderstand and identify the importance of the current workforce infrastructure and workforce shortage in Aging Services\nAddress stereotypes of the Aging Services’ current workforce\nDiscuss feasible and sustainable solutions to the workforce crisis in Aging Services\n\nThe event will be held live in the Searle Conference Center\, Brainard Room (543) at RUSH University Medical Center Professional Building and virtually via Zoom and the RUSH Generations YouTube Channel. \nLunch will be available for the first 100 people present 1.0 CE/CNE/CME unit will be offered. \nPlease register HERE.
URL:https://e4center.org/calendar/schaalman-senior-voices-inaugural-thought-leader-lectureship/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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