Creating Belonging: Supporting Older Adults Across Cultures and Communities
1–2 PM Eastern | 10–11 AM Pacific
Also available on demand May 8–July 5, 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
- Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Belonging is a universal human need, yet many older adults face isolation, cultural disconnection, or barriers to fully participating in their communities. For professionals working with diverse older populations, creating a sense of belonging means recognizing unique cultural values, traditions and perspectives, and weaving them into the care experience.
This webinar will explore how to foster inclusion and belonging for older adults from varied cultural, racial and ethnic backgrounds. Participants will learn practical ways to honor cultural identity, reduce barriers to engagement, and support community connections that promote dignity and well-being in later life.
Participants in this webinar will be able to:
- Define belonging in the context of aging and why it matters for health and quality of life.
- Recognize cultural differences and barriers that can affect older adults’ sense of connection and participation.
- Apply practical strategies to foster cultural inclusion in care and community settings.
- Support family and community connections that strengthen belonging and reduce isolation.
- Promote dignity and respect by honoring the traditions, values and voices of older adults across cultures.
Presenter:
Lakelyn Eichenberger, PhD, is a gerontologist and caregiving advocate at Home Instead, an Honor Company. She began her career working with older adults and Care Professionals at the Omaha Home Instead franchise office and now educates professionals, families and communities on aging challenges and resources. She is a regular contributor to media outlets including ForbesHealth, Newsweek, and hosts Caregiver Chats, a podcast focused on providing support and resources to family caregivers. She serves on numerous boards including the National Alliance for Caregiving, Mosaic, and is a member of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Dementia Care Provider Roundtable.
Accessibility:
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