Mental Health in Older Adulthood: What Community Providers Need to Know
1–2 PM Eastern | 10–11 AM Pacific
Also available on demand Feb. 11–April 12, 2026
Includes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit.
Continuing Education Credits:
- California Board of Registered Nursing
- California Professional Fiduciaries Bureau
- National Academy of Certified Care Managers
- National Commission for Health Education Credentialing
- National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners
- New York State Education Department
- Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Although many older adults experience high levels of life satisfaction, some will experience mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or substance misuse. Often these issues are compounded by a lack of access to mental health services, stigma related to aging and/or mental health, and a general misunderstanding of how older adults experience mental health issues. In this thought-provoking and practical training, participants will understand the prevalence of mental health concerns among older adults, see differences in how mental health is experienced in older adulthood, and find ways to support older adults who may be struggling with mental health concerns.
Participants in this webinar will be able to:
- Analyze the prevalence of mental health concerns among older adults in the U.S.
- Recognize how mental health differs in later life and the impact of limited access to care and stigma.
- Develop practical strategies for providers to support older adults facing mental health challenges.
Presenter:
Matthew Fullen, PhD, is an associate professor at Virginia Tech. His research, teaching, and advocacy focus on the mental health needs of older adults, with an emphasis on improving Medicare mental health policy and developing programs to enhance resilience and wellness and prevent suicide among older adults. Dr. Fullen has collaborated on more than $6 million in research grant funding to develop programs that support older adults’ mental health. In recognition of his research and professional leadership related to Medicare advocacy, he has received the Virginia Tech Land Grant Scholar Award, as well as three national awards from the American Counseling Association.
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