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In this video presentation, Dr. Danielle Hansen of the LECOM Institute for Successful Aging covers the following topics on women’s health:

1) What is a Healthy Woman?
2) History of Women’s Health
3) Leading Health Issues for Women
4) Are you at Risk?
5) Making a Difference in Your Heath

In this video presentation recorded at the 2015 CHQ Health Care Forum, Dr. Garrett Clark discusses staying healthy as you age.

Learning objectives:

1) identify factors that contribute to aging
2) review concepts behind osteopathic medic medicine and integrative care
3) address “non-traditional” yet scientifically based modalities that we used to treat age-related ailments
4) discuss the impact that nutrition and exercise have on overall health

In this video presentation recorded at the 2015 CHQ Health Care Forum, Dr. Danielle Hanson of LECOM discusses accessing care for complex issues. Topics addressed:

1) Aging demographics
2) Limitations of clinical practice guideline
3) Approach to the older adult with multimorbidity
4) Challenges to caring for older adults with multimorbidity
5) Coverage of health care expenses for older Americans

New initiatives and innovations in the last couple of years are also mentioned.

In this video presentation recorded at the 2015 CHQ Health Care Forum, James Lin, D.O. and Melanie Titzel, Ph.D. from LECOM Health discuss building a successful senior community. Characteristics of successful aging and factors affecting aging in general are introduced. Various living situations (assited living, care units, independent living communities) and the continuum of care are also covered.

In this video presentation recorded at the CHQ Health Care Forum, Dr. James Li from LECOM Health discusses memory impairment including disease process and some of the definitions related to memory loss. Types of dementia and the risk factors for memory impairment along with treatment and preventative strategies are also covered.

People living with dementia interact with the world differently and can experience memory loss, mood swings, and confusion. In emergency situations, how first responders and care partners interact with them can help de-escalate an already stressful situation. These training videos were created for first responders, care partners, and other professionals to show how to use de-escalation and communication strategies with persons living with dementia. They also share tips and resources to reduce recurring incidents. Viewers can start with the introduction video and then choose a scenario.

The Sixth Annual Dementia-Friendly Healthcare and Community Symposium was held on May 21, 2025 by the Florida State University REACH, University of Louisville, and University of North Dakota Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Programs. The sixth annual joint conference explored a number of timely issues impacting the care of older adults. This one-day event included presentations on the 5Ms (mentation, medication, mobility, what matters most, and multi-complexity) as they relate to dementia.

The Fourth Annual Re-envisioning Elder Care Conference was held on September 8, 2023 by the Florida Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Programs at Florida State and Nova Southeastern Universities. The joint conference explored a number of timely issues impacting the care of older adults.

The Third Annual Re-envisioning Elder Care Conference was held on September 9, 2022 by the Florida Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Programs at Florida State and Nova Southeastern Universities. This joint conference explored a number of timely issues impacting the care of older adults. Our discussions focused on topics ranging from strengthening the eldercare workforce, newer financing initiatives to supplement Medicare, ensuring diversity and equity in long-term care, and a review of the newly released report on “National Imperative to Improve Nursing Home Quality.”