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SUMMARY:Ending Ageism Together
DESCRIPTION:Dates:\nAvailable from Oct. 11–Dec. 31\, 2025 \nFormat:\nOn Demand \nPrice:\nFree for ASA Members!\nNon-member Rate: $150* \nCertificates & Credits:\nContinuing Education credits are not available for this course. We will offer a Certificate of Attendance. \nA yearly ASA membership is $275 for individuals and $100 for retired professionals & students. ASA also offers Organizational Membership. Learn more about membership here. \n*This offering is non-refundable. \nRegister Now \nDescription: \nAgeism is rampant\, in ourselves\, our work\, our organizations and our policies. And we know it has extraordinarily negative effects on economic opportunity\, health\, social connection and community\, as well as on our ability to reach and successfully serve older adults.\nThe good news is that we can do something about it. \nFor Ageism Awareness Day\, anti-ageism activist and age-inclusion expert Janine Vanderburg will deliver a special presentation for the American Society on Aging\, covering: \n\nAgeism and its impact on everything that surrounds us\nHow we can identify ageism in ourselves\, our work and in public policy\nEffective strategies for addressing ageism\, and how we can use successful lessons from social change movements to end ageism\n\nThe presentation will end with a call for participants to take actions to end ageism together. The call will include 9 things anyone can do in 10 minutes or less. \nOn Aging Institute Faculty: \nJanine Vanderburg is CEO of Encore Roadmap\, and speaks\, writes\, and consults with businesses\, media and brands on how they can end ageism and become more age-inclusive. Her ageism activism is informed not only by research\, but also by three and a half decades running a social sector consulting firm\, where she worked with leading changemakers across the United States and beyond to develop social and organizational change strategies\, raise funds and evaluate impact\, and design and implement large-scale capacity-building initiatives for the federal government and private foundations. In 2018\, Janine co-founded Changing the Narrative\, a leading U.S. campaign to end ageism\, through which she has trained 30\,000 people in all in 50 states and 49 countries in ageism\, reframing aging\, and creating more age-inclusive workplaces\, marketing and communications. \n \nRegister Now \n \n \n \n  \nThis course is made possible in part by the generous support of Next50.
URL:https://asaging.org/event/ending-ageism-together/
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SUMMARY:AgeTech for Elder Care Professionals: Elevating Care through Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Dates:\nAvailable from Feb. 18 – Sept. 30\, 2025 \nFormat:\nOn Demand\, approximately 3 hours. \nPrice:\nMember Rate: $497*\nNon-member Rate: $575* \nCertificates & Credits:\nContinuing Education credits are not available for this course. We will offer a Certificate of Attendance. \nA yearly ASA membership is $275 for individuals and $100 for retired professionals & students. ASA also offers Organizational Membership. Learn more about membership here. \n*This offering is non-refundable. \nRegister Now \nDescription: \nAging professionals are invited to revolutionize their approach to care with our exclusive AgeTech for Elder Care Professionals seminar. Tailored for those dedicated to providing exceptional care for older adults\, this extended course goes beyond the basics\, covering the foundations of AgeTech\, challenges of aging\, and specific modules designed to empower attendees in sourcing\, validating\, and implementing cutting-edge tech solutions. This seminar can be completed in 3 hours. Key Topics Include: \n\nFoundations of AgeTech: Explore the nuanced foundations shaping the AgeTech landscape. Navigate the variety of AgeTech offerings and understand available solutions.\nExplore the challenges of aging through the lens of tech-enabled solutions: Delve into case studies showcasing innovative tech solutions that can transform how we age.\nSourcing AgeTech Solutions: Learn effective strategies for identifying and selecting technologies that align with the unique needs of attendees’ clients/ organizations.\nValidating AgeTech Solutions: Develop skills to critically assess and validate AgeTech solutions. Gain insights into best practices for ensuring the reliability\, safety and effectiveness of technologies in elder care settings.\nImplementing AgeTech Solutions: Create a roadmap for seamless integration of tech solutions in organizations. Learn practical implementation strategies\, ensuring successful adoption (on staff and client levels) and improved caregiving outcomes.\nThe business case for AgeTech—how do we get decision makers to fund innovations?\nThe ethical case for AgeTech—how do we make our service better for our clients?\n\n  \nCourse Schedule:   \nModule 1: Foundations of AgeTech \n\nWhat is AgeTech? Why do we need it? Why now?\n\n\nDefining key concepts\n\n\nUnderstanding the underlying trends that drive and impact the AgeTech ecosystem\n\nModule 2: The Challenges of Aging \n\nExploring the challenges of aging through tech-enabled solutions\n\n\nDelve into case studies showcasing innovative tech solutions transforming the aging experience.\n\nModule 3: Sourcing\, Validating\, and Implementing Tech Solutions  \n\nSourcing AgeTech Solutions\n\n\nLearn effective strategies for identifying and selecting technologies that align with the unique needs of attendees’ clients/organizations.\n\n\nValidating AgeTech Solutions\n\n\nDevelop skills to critically assess and validate AgeTech solutions.\n\n\nGain insights into best practices for ensuring the reliability\, safety and effectiveness of technologies in elder care settings.\n\nModule 4: Implementing AgeTech Solutions  \n\nImplementing AgeTech Solutions\n\n\nCreate a roadmap for seamless integration of tech solutions into any organization.\n\n\nLearn practical implementation strategies\, ensuring successful adoption (on staff and client levels) and improved caregiving outcomes.\n\n\nThe Business Case for AgeTech\n\n\nThe Ethical Case for AgeTech\n\n  \nOn Aging Institute Faculty: \nKeren Etkin  is the author of The AgeTech Revolution—a book about the intersection of technology and aging\, and founder of TheGerontechnologist.com—a media platform that covers the global AgeTech ecosystem and offers AgeTech education through the AgeTech Academy. She is also the founder-director of AgeLabIL at the Shenkar Institute for Design\, Engineering and Art. Named one of the most influential people in aging by Next Avenue\, Etkin works with startups\, big tech companies\, elder-care providers\, public sector organizations and NGOs on the development and adoption of AgeTech solutions. \nPreviously\, she was the first employee at Intuition Robotics\, the startup behind ElliQ—the world’s first social robot designed with and for older adults\, and co-founder and Vice President of Product at Sensi.Ai\, a startup that developed the first and only AI solution for remote care monitoring. \nShe holds a master’s in Gerontology and a bachelor’s in Life Sciences from Ben-Gurion University. \n \nRegister Now \n \n \n \n  \nThis course is made possible in part by the generous support of Next50.
URL:https://asaging.org/event/agetech-for-elder-care-professionals-elevating-care-through-innovation/
CATEGORIES:On Demand Course
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SUMMARY:Addressing Ageism in Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:Dates:\nAvailable from Mar. 26 – Sept. 30\, 2025 \nFormat:\nOn Demand \nPrice:\nASA Member Rate: $50*\nNon-member Rate: $75* \nCertificates & Credits:\nRegistered Nurses\, we will provide 2.0 Continuing Education Credit Hours for registered nurses from all 50 states upon full participation in the training and completion of the post-test activity. \nThe training will consist of a presentation\, video\, self-reflection\, polling\, and a quiz. \nWe highly recommend that all healthcare professionals participate. \nA yearly ASA membership is $275 for individuals and $100 for retired professionals & students. ASA also offers Organizational Membership. Learn more about membership here. \n*This offering is non-refundable. \nRegister Now  \nDescription: \nBuilding and expanding your knowledge about ageism in healthcare can positively impact you\, your patients and your colleagues. Using evidence-based research\, we will explore the harmful effects of ageism on the physical and mental health of patients. This training will lead to improved health outcomes and better provider-patient interactions. From this training\, you will take the opportunity to change lives with new insights and actionable next steps. \nBy attending this educational program\, you will: \n\nIncrease your awareness about the negative impacts ageism has on the health of older adult patients\nRecognize your own ageist beliefs and learn how to demonstrate non-ageist communications and behaviors with older adult patients\n\n  \nOn Aging Institute Faculty: \nKris Geerken\, MHA\, focuses on raising awareness about the impacts of ageism. For the past five years\, she has worked with Changing the Narrative to develop its Age-Friendly Healthcare program and produced the educational film “Antidotes for Ageism.” She also developed a toolkit for intergenerational conversations on ageism. Kris is an adjunct instructor with Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Department of Health Professions\, where she teaches a course on ageism and ableism. Her previous experience working in hospice care reinforced her belief in treating all individuals with dignity\, compassion and respect. \nJanet Masters\, MSN\, APRN\, MSCP\, NP-C\, is a board-certified adult geriatric nurse practitioner and certified menopause practitioner. She built an employer population health coaching business that was acquired by CIGNA Healthcare\, and consulted with corporations across the globe on employer population health strategies to bend the trend of their healthcare costs. As an advanced practice provider\, she use her training and experience in behavior change methodologies and integrative medicine to positively impact their health and well-being\, with a focus on helping women traverse midlife\, especially when transitioning through menopause. Masters also is a change agent for Changing the Narrative. \n \nRegister Now  \n \n \n \n  \nThis course is made possible in part by the generous support of Next50.
URL:https://asaging.org/event/addressing-ageism-in-healthcare/
CATEGORIES:On Demand Course
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SUMMARY:Supporting Older Individuals Through Difficulties and Change
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nIncludes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit. \nContinuing Education Credits:\n\nCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing\nCalifornia Department of Consumer Affairs Professional Fiduciaries Bureau\nNational Academy of Certified Care Managers\nNational Commission for Health Education Credentialing\nNational Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners\nSociety of Certified Senior Advisors\n\n  \nAs individuals age\, they often face significant life changes and challenges\, such as a receiving health diagnoses\, transitioning into retirement\, relocating from their home\, losing a spouse\, or accepting care and support. Adapting to these changes can be difficult\, and many older adults struggle to embrace their new reality. This webinar will provide tools\, resources and strategies to help support older adults through these transitions. Participants will gain insights into the challenges older adults face and learn effective approaches to guide them through change\, with empathy and understanding. Join us to enhance your ability to provide meaningful support to older adults as they navigate life’s changes. \n  \nParticipants in this webinar will be able to:\n\nReview common difficulties and transitions experienced by older adults.\nIdentify factors influencing an individual’s ability to adapt to change.\nExplore models and frameworks to support older adults through life transitions.\nDiscover communication strategies for navigating difficult conversations.\n\n  \nPresenters:\nLakelyn Eichenberger\, PhD\,  is a gerontologist and caregiving advocate for Honor and Home Instead\, the world’s largest provider of home care. She began her career in a local Home Instead\, working one-on-one with older adults. Today she works to educate professionals\, families and communities on the unique challenges older adults face and the resources available to help them thrive. Eichenberger earned a doctorate in Gerontology from the University of Nebraska. She has spoken nationally and internationally on the topic of caregiving and aging and serves as a resource to major media. \n  \n  \n  \nTherese Zdesar\, RN\, BSN. In 2001\, Zdesar opened her business QualCare\, LLC\, dba\, Home Instead Senior Care\, a company helping older adults with private duty care at home. Prior to Home Instead\, she worked in administration at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland and as an RN in various settings. She is the co-author of “Perspectives\,” by Kristin Tull\, Therese Zdesar\, and LeeAnn Cochran (2019\, Smart Business Books). \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAccessibility:\nClosed captions are available for live and on-demand courses within specific browsers. Click here to see how to access and turn on the browser setting. If you still need to request speech-to-text captioning during this event\, please contact us at least 5 business days prior to the live webinar so we may accommodate your needs. \nRegister Now
URL:https://asaging.org/event/supporting-older-individuals-through-difficulties-and-change/
CATEGORIES:On Demand Webinar
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SUMMARY:Generational Differences in Communication
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nIncludes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit. \nContinuing Education Credits:\n\nCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing\nNational Academy of Certified Care Managers\nNational Commission for Health Education Credentialing\nNational Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners\nNew York State Education Department\nSociety of Certified Senior Advisors\n\n  \nIn today’s diverse workplace\, managing four generations simultaneously is a unique challenge. This session explores the evolution of communication styles over the past 50 years\, providing insights into how each generation communicates differently. It includes an in-depth review of the latest communication devices\, popular terminology\, dress codes and more\, illustrating consistent changes across generations. Ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their communication skills and manage a multigenerational team\, this webinar offers practical strategies and fun facts to navigate today’s workforce complexities. \n  \nParticipants in this webinar will be able to:\n\nRecognize distinct generational communication preferences.\nApply effective communication strategies to manage a multigenerational team.\nDifferentiate the various communication styles and understand their impact on workplace interactions.\n\n  \nPresenter:\nJill Gafner Livingston is a behavior-based trainer\, public speaker\, author and owner of Global Training Experts\, LLC. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner\, earning her credential through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Whereas she acknowledges the benefit of her credential\, Jill sees her highest achievement as surviving 21 years of caregiving for her husband\, who had lung cancer\, brain cancer and dementia\, all while raising a family and managing the chaos. Jill published “Personal Positioning for the Caregiver” in 2006 (Aardvark Global Publishing) to help other caregivers manage the incredible challenges of caregiving. \n  \n  \n  \nAccessibility:\nClosed captions are available for live and on-demand courses within specific browsers. Click here to see how to access and turn on the browser setting. If you still need to request speech-to-text captioning during this event\, please contact us at least 5 business days prior to the live webinar so we may accommodate your needs. \nRegister Now
URL:https://asaging.org/event/generational-differences-in-communication/
CATEGORIES:On Demand Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
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SUMMARY:Supporting Family Caregivers of Older Adults Through Technology & Community Resources
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nIncludes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit. \nContinuing Education Credits:\n\nCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing\nNational Academy of Certified Care Managers\nNational Commission for Health Education Credentialing\nNational Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners\nSociety of Certified Senior Advisors\n\n  \nAs the older adult population grows\, family caregivers play an increasingly vital role in supporting them. However\, caregiving comes with significant challenges\, including emotional\, financial and logistical burdens. \nThis webinar explores how technology\, community resources and strategic communication can ease these burdens\, improve caregiver well-being\, and enhance the quality of care for older adults. Participants will gain practical strategies and tools to better support family caregivers. \n  \nParticipants in this webinar will be able to:\n\nIdentify the evolving challenges family caregivers face today.\nEvaluate technological solutions that enhance caregiving efficiency\, safety\, and communication.\nImplement strategies to connect caregivers with community-based support and practical resources.\nEffectively communicate with family caregivers to encourage the adoption of available tools and services.\n\n  \nPresenter:\nJamie L. Jones\, LMSW-Macro\, CSA\, CHC\, ODCP\, is a licensed social worker in the state of Michigan. She maintains certifications as a Senior Advisor\, Health Coach\, and in Organizational Development. She leads a team of customer service advisors and social workers who provide product support and remote social work services for consumer and commercial customers at Best Buy Health. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAccessibility:\nClosed captions are available for live and on-demand courses within specific browsers. Click here to see how to access and turn on the browser setting. If you still need to request speech-to-text captioning during this event\, please contact us at least 5 business days prior to the live webinar so we may accommodate your needs. \nRegister Now
URL:https://asaging.org/event/supporting-family-caregivers-of-older-adults-through-technology-community-resources/
CATEGORIES:On Demand Webinar
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SUMMARY:100 Miles: Outcomes from a No-Cost Transportation Program for Older Adults
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nDate: Tuesday\, July 8\, 2025\nStart time: 9 AM Pacific | 12 PM Eastern\nEnd time: 10 AM Pacific | 1 PM Eastern \nTransportation is crucial for maintaining independence\, accessing needed services\, and staying socially engaged. In October 2022\, the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency\, Aging & Independence Services (AIS)\, with support from On the Go (OTG) rides\, launched a No-Cost Transportation program for Older Adults\, providing up to 100 miles of transportation per month to eligible older adults. Following the pilot phase\, ending in September 2024\, the program will be extended to enhance its impact. AIS and OTG are excited to share strategies\, lessons learned\, and adjustments made. This session will highlight program outcomes such as transportation utilization\, program costs\, and evaluation results. \nPresenters:\nJacob Carson  is a digital inclusion and active transportation specialist with the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency\, Aging & Independence Services\, and a graduate student in the Joint Doctoral Program in Public Health at San Diego State University\, researching equity in the built environment and physical-activity promotion. Carson assists with the Age Well San Diego Initiative and the County’s Aging Roadmap\, with a particular focus on transportation and community connections. \nMaureen Glaser is director of operations for On the Go at Charitable Adult Rides and Services (CARS). As the first employee of national start-up On the Go rides\, she has overseen all aspects of the program. On the Go has grown from 1 full-time employee to a team of 31\, providing more than 12\,000 rides/month in 23 states. Glaser has developed a centralized\, cost effective\, efficient and low-barrier method of ride fulfillment with a human touch. Through this method\, On the Go partners realize cost savings by decreasing staff duplication\, dispatch and labor. Prior to working at CARS\, she coordinated the On the Go regional rideshare program at Jewish Family Service of San Diego and was a member of the COVID Critical Response Team to pilot a Lyft initiative delivering meals and groceries to vulnerable populations in San Diego. \nRoberto Ramirez\, MPH\, serves as health promotion manager at the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency\, Aging & Independence Services (AIS). At AIS\, he oversees the planning and implementation of various health and wellness programs and initiatives that help older adults live healthy\, safe and thriving lives\, including fall prevention\, Older Americans Act Title IIID evidence-based health promotion programs\, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia programs\, and CalFresh Healthy Living nutrition education\, among others. Ramirez has been practicing in the field of public health for more than 10 years. \nRegister Now
URL:https://asaging.org/event/100-miles-outcomes-from-a-no-cost-transportation-program-for-older-adults/
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