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SUMMARY:Bridging Aging and Disability: Strategies for Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Available on demand Apr. 9–June 7\, 2026 \nRegister Now \nIncludes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit. \nContinuing Education Credits:\n\nCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing\nCalifornia Professional Fiduciaries Bureau\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  \nThis engaging session explores how adults with intellectual-developmental disabilities (IDD)\, and physical disabilities (PD) can age well. We’ll examine age-related health needs\, social and environmental factors\, and practical strategies to support this population. Learn how to reduce health disparities\, promote wellness\, and implement effective services and interventions. Discover innovative policies and practices that connect the fields of aging and disability—creating a stronger framework for healthy aging. \n  \nParticipants in this webinar will be able to:\n\nIdentify demographic trends affecting adults aging with IDD and PD.\nExplain age-related changes in health and socio-environmental aspects for adults aging with IDD and PD\nApply innovative models for supporting adults aging with IDD and PD\, and their families.\nDescribe ways to bridge aging and disabilities.\n\n  \nPresenter:\nTamar Heller\, PhD\, is a distinguished professor in Disability and Human Development (DHD) and director of the Institute on Disability and Human Development at the University of Illinois Chicago. She is a Co-Principal Investigator of the Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) on Family Support to Bridge Aging and Disabilities\, and previously directed the RRTC on Developmental Disabilities and Health and the RRTC on Family Support. \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/bridging-aging-and-disability-strategies-for-aging-well/
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SUMMARY:Creating Belonging: Supporting Older Adults Across Cultures and Communities
DESCRIPTION:Available on demand May 8–July 5\, 2026 \nRegister Now \nIncludes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit. \nContinuing Education Credits:\n\nCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing\nCalifornia 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  \nBelonging 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. \nThis 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. \n  \nParticipants in this webinar will be able to:\n\nDefine belonging in the context of aging and why it matters for health and quality of life.\nRecognize cultural differences and barriers that can affect older adults’ sense of connection and participation.\nApply practical strategies to foster cultural inclusion in care and community settings.\nSupport family and community connections that strengthen belonging and reduce isolation.\nPromote dignity and respect by honoring the traditions\, values and voices of older adults across cultures.\n\n  \nPresenters:\nLakelyn 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.\n  \n  \n \nGregorio Sanchez\, Jr.\, PhD\, is a Home Instead franchise owner\, a position catalyzed by his experience as a family caregiver and desire to provide the highest quality of care. Dr. Sanchez is a staunch advocate for “person-centered” care in the aging adult and developmentally disabled populations. He is a member of the Service Provider Action Committee for the Lanterman Regional Center; the Co-Chair for the California Chapter of the Home Care Association of America; an adult education advisor\, focused on enhancing home care aide training programs throughout the state. Dr. Sanchez is a preceptor for the USC Lenord Davis School of Gerontology graduate students interested in non-medical home care case management and holds an adjunct faculty position at Pasadena City College. \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/creating-belonging-supporting-older-adults-across-cultures-and-communities/
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SUMMARY:Trends in Home Care Funding
DESCRIPTION:Available on demand May 22–July 19\, 2026 \nRegister Now \nIncludes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit. \nContinuing Education Credits:\n\nCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing\nCalifornia Professional Fiduciaries Bureau\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  \nNavigating home-care funding can be complex for families and the professionals who support them. This webinar provides an overview of key funding options\, including federal\, state\, veteran\, and private-pay models. Learn how the “stackability” of funds expands access to in-home care and respite services\, and how respite can be positioned as preventive clinical support. Attendees will leave better equipped to guide families toward funding pathways that promote independence\, caregiver stability\, and safety at home. \n  \nParticipants in this webinar will be able to:\n\nIdentify major home-care and caregiver funding models\, including Medicare’s GUIDE program\, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits\, and public and private pay options.\nExplain how multiple funding sources can be used concurrently to expand access to in-home care and respite services.\nReframe respite care as preventive clinical support by linking its use to health and patient safety.\n\n  \nPresenters:\nDoug Robertson is the senior director of Government Affairs at Right at Home. His work focuses on advocating for improvements in public policy and legislation related to home care for older adults and those with disabilities. He advises Right at Home locations on government-reimbursed care and current policies and regulations affecting the home-care industry. \n  \n  \n \n \n  \nLisa Thomsen\, RN\, BSN\, is a highly experienced registered nurse with more than 25 years in the healthcare industry. As a director and consultant for Right at Home\, she leverages her extensive nursing background to build strong relationships with healthcare providers and foster collaborative partnerships. Her hands-on experience in hospital and home health settings provides her with invaluable insights into the challenges faced by older adults\, families\, and healthcare providers\, making her a dedicated advocate for holistic and quality care for the aging population. \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/trends-in-home-care-funding/
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SUMMARY:Personal Care and Dementia: Practical Approaches for Hands-On Care
DESCRIPTION:Available on demand June 5–Aug. 2\, 2026 \nRegister Now \nIncludes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit. \nContinuing Education Credits:\n\nCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing\nCalifornia 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  \nProviding personal care for someone living with dementia—such as bathing\, dressing\, or grooming—can feel overwhelming at times. These hands-on tasks often bring unique challenges\, from resistance and anxiety to communication barriers. Yet\, with the right strategies\, personal care can become a time of connection\, dignity and comfort. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll explore practical approaches to delivering personal care that meet the individual with dementia where they are. From understanding how the disease impacts daily routines to applying person-centered communication techniques\, this session is designed to give professionals actionable tools they can use right away. Whether you’re a professional or family caregiver\, this session will provide actionable tools you can use right away to gain strategies that make personal care moments more positive\, dignified and supportive for the person living with dementia. \n  \nParticipants in this webinar will be able to:\n\nRecognize common challenges that arise during personal care for individuals living with dementia.\nApply practical communication strategies that reduce resistance and build trust during daily routines.\nIncorporate person-centered techniques that promote dignity\, comfort and independence in hands-on care.\nImplement actionable approaches to transform potentially stressful care into positive\, supportive interactions.\nIncrease confidence in navigating personal care tasks across the stages of dementia.\n\n  \nPresenter:\nLakelyn 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. \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/personal-care-and-dementia-practical-approaches-for-hands-on-care/
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