We Are More Than Our Gray Hair: Rethinking Age and Ageism in the Healthcare Setting
This presentation (1:01:39 minutes) given by Mary Lou Ciolfi discusses ageism in the healthcare setting. Topics of the lecture include: (1) why we should care about ageism and what do the studies show; (2) where does ageism come from; (3) what does ageism look like; and (4) how can we do better. Presentation slides are available for download.
It’s More Than Personal: Caring for People Living with Dementia is a PH Priority
This presentation (58:32 minutes) given by Joseph Gaugler discusses how caring for people living with dementia is a public health priority. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) understand how caregiving operates as a social determinant of health; (2) learn about how dementia caregiving demands policy and public health attention; and (3) understand the mission, vision, and activities of the BOLD Public Health Center of Excellence on Dementia Caregiving.
From the 2022 Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit (RMAS).
Responding to Distress in Dementia: Learning Core Interaction Skills
This presentation (52:08 minutes) given by Kyle S. Page discusses how to respond to distress in dementia. Dr. Page also discusses the core interaction skills for communicating and interacting with individuals with dementia. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) identify at least 3 core skills for interacting with someone with dementia; (2) describe how language changes over the course of dementia; (3) explain how your surroundings may influence a person’s behavior.
Source: Wyoming Center on Aging, 2022
Planning for the Future
This presentation (1:01:27 minutes) given by Nancy Norton discusses how to plan for the future for older adults. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) direct type and quality of care during life; (2) ensure sufficient resources are available for care and housing; (3) nominate Guardian or Conservator without Court approval; (4) control where assets go after death; and (5) reduce administrative burden.
Source: Wyoming Center on Aging, 2022
Suggestions for Good Mental Health/Resilience
This presentation (47:06 minutes) given by Wendelin Hume discusses suggestions for resilience within the context of mental health. By the end of this presentation, learners should: (1) gain an understanding of the importance of resilience; (2) gain an appreciation for the benefits of a positive outlook; and (3) identify ways to stay mentally alive.
Presented on behalf of the National Indigenous Elder Justice Intiatiave.
Source: Wyoming Center on Aging, 2021
Structured Interprofessional Shadowing Toolkit
Interprofessional shadowing (IPSh) provides learners with insights on the roles and responsibilities of other professionals. With advanced planning that aims to reduce barriers to implementation, structured IPSh can be designed to meet interprofessional education competencies. Further developing shadowing experiences based on the self-regulated learning theory, structured IPSh evolves beyond learning about roles and responsibilities to exploring first hand the impact of collaborative practice on system outcomes. With IPSh, the focus moves beyond clinical skills to a greate
IPE Primary Care Course demonstrates long-term impact on
Final eval of our Interprofessional Primary Care Course at the University of Washington.* just came out, showing long-term success in changing primary care knowledge, attitudes, and career plans across health professions, including dentistry, medicine, nursing, nurse practitioners, pharmacy, physician assistants, social work, and public health.
Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice (IPECP) in Post-COVID Healthcare Education and Practice Transformation Era
As we are emerging out of the Pandemic, we have a unique opportunity to leverage on the lessons learned from the pandemic in fostering the healthcare transformation through innovation and IPECP.