Elderwerks Continuing Education Opportunities

External Professional

Elderwerks Education Team

Communication / Brain Function / Aging well

Isolation and the Effects of Loneliness In this program we will discuss the difference between loneliness and isolation, its effect on the human body and how that evolves in the older adult. What as a community or as an individual we can do to reach out to those who are alone or isolated. CB8 1.0 Nurse, SW, NHA Effective Communication: Understanding How We Can Positively Connect with Others In this program, Chris will talk about the mechanics of communication, types of communication and how our emotions can change how we affect communication. Learn techniques for making those positive connections. CB9 1.0 Nurse, SW, NHA Psychology of Aging and the Quality of Life Chris will discuss the idea of successful aging, with an understanding that it has different meaning for each person. Discuss the physical and psychological dynamics of aging. Review Erickson’s stages of development and the impact it may have on the older adult. And finally, how attitude and gratitude can keep your heart young. CB13 Healthy Aging: Memory Loss Versus Dementia In this program you will learn the difference between normal versus non-normal aging, and what part of the human brain plays a role in the aging process. You will learn how the aging process relates to cognition, and how food, stress and exercise impact our health and memory. The program will introduce some memory strategies. CB14 1.0 Nurse, SW, NHA Benefits of Laughter This interactive program will show evidence-based information on how laughter can cause positive changes in every system of your body. Understand the difference between laughter and humor and complete the program with an introduction to laughter therapy. CB15 1.0 Nurse, SW, NHA

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