Conference Program
2017-AiA-Final-Program
2017-AiA-Final-Program
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2:30–3:30 PM<br />
Presenters: Joel Hopper, MBA, ITS Business Analyst, Kimberly-<br />
Clark Corporation, Family Caregivers Network; Mary Pitsch, CSW,<br />
MSW, CMC, Founder and Aging Life Care Manager, Embrace Care<br />
Management, LLC.<br />
MO185 Transitioning In-Service Communication<br />
Training to an Interactive Online Format<br />
2:30 PM | Soldier Field (West Tower, Bronze Level)<br />
The Changing Talk (CHAT) Communication Training Intervention<br />
successfully improves nursing home staff communication<br />
by reducing elderspeak and increasing person-centered topics.<br />
This presentation will describe this process and results of<br />
pilot testing of the online modules demonstrating equivalent<br />
effects on knowledge and recognition of appropriate communication<br />
practices.<br />
Presenters: Nor Hashidah Abdhamid, PhD, Instructional Designer,<br />
University of Iowa College of Public Health; Kristine Williams, RN,<br />
PhD, FGSA, FAAN, Sally Mathis Hartwig Professor in Gerontological<br />
Nursing, University of Iowa College of Nursing.<br />
MO187 Using Technology in Long-Term Care<br />
2:30 PM | Michigan 2 (East Tower, Bronze Level)<br />
We will discuss several examples of the use of technology by<br />
elders and their caregivers in long-term care including home<br />
care, post acute rehabilitation, and the nursing home. The use of<br />
these devices, including tablets, virtual rehabilitation, kiosks,<br />
and computer technology has impacted both the care provided<br />
and the outcomes for elders.<br />
Presenters: Tammy Marshall, Chief Experience Officer; Joann<br />
Reinhardt, PhD, Director of Research; both of The New Jewish Home.<br />
Clinical Care & Transitions<br />
MO189 On-the-Ground Experiences of Integrating<br />
Research With Older Adults in Primary Care<br />
2:30 PM | Regency D (West Tower, Gold Level)<br />
The Ambulatory Integration of Medical and Social (AIMS)<br />
Model, developed by Rush University Medical Center’s Health<br />
and Aging Department (RHA), utilizes master’s level social<br />
workers to address patients non-medical needs. RHA is<br />
currently studying the AIMS Model in primary care with<br />
patients who are 50+ and have multiple chronic conditions. This<br />
session will highlight the research assistants experiences of<br />
integrating research with older adults in primary care.<br />
Presenters: Michelle Newman, MPH, Coordinator of Interprofessional<br />
<strong>Program</strong> Development; Patricia Reid, Research Assistant;<br />
Matthew Vail, MA, LCSW, Clinical Social Worker; all of Rush<br />
University Medical Center.<br />
MO191 Reducing Fall Risk for Vulnerable Seniors<br />
2:30 PM | Comiskey (West Tower, Bronze Level)<br />
Gateway Wellness Network (GWN) is a nonprofit that extends<br />
healthcare from the clinic into the community through a<br />
network of program providers. GWN providers offer services to<br />
improve the health of older adults through evidence-based<br />
health programs, comprehensive in-home assessments and<br />
benefits assistance. GWN and Affinia Healthcare (FQHC)<br />
partner together to refer older adult patients at risk for falls<br />
into community-based fall risk reduction programs. Methods<br />
and results will be shared.<br />
Presenters: Sonia Deal, RN, MSN, LNHA, CHCEF, Director of<br />
Practice Transformation, Clinical Integrations, Affinia Healthcare;<br />
Juliet Simone, MPH, Community Health Manager, OASIS Institute.<br />
Diversity & Cultures of Aging<br />
MO193 A Perfect Storm (With a Rainbow):<br />
LGBTQ Aged Care Reforms and<br />
Inclusive Practice in Australia<br />
2:30 PM | Regency C (West Tower, Gold Level)<br />
Recently a perfect storm has been brewing in the Australian<br />
aged care landscape resulting in influential reforms and initiatives<br />
for LGBTQ inclusive aged care. This workshop will outline<br />
the reform pathway, a case study and provide a practical toolkit<br />
for participants.<br />
Presenters: Pauline Crameri, Manager, Val’s Cafe @ GLHV; Sunil<br />
Patel, GradDip, Manager, Training and Resource Development,<br />
GLHV; both of Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health & Society,<br />
La Trobe University.<br />
MO195 Designing and Evaluating Cultural<br />
Competency Trainings<br />
2:30 PM | San Francisco (West Tower, Gold Level)<br />
The mark of cultural competency is comfort with ambiguity, but<br />
how do you measure something so subjective? Join us for a<br />
discussion of the best practices for designing training programs<br />
meant to foster cultural competency, as well as strategies for<br />
measuring training effectiveness and outcomes. Participants will<br />
leave with sample activities, evaluations and advice for creating<br />
effective training materials.<br />
Presenters: Nancy Giunta, PhD, MSW, Associate Professor and Acting<br />
Director, Silberman School of Social Work, Hunter College City<br />
University of New York; Tim Johnston, PhD, Director of National<br />
Projects, Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE); Lisa Krinsky,<br />
MSW, LICSW, Director, LGBT Aging Project, The Fenway Institute.<br />
MO197 LGBT Senior Housing:<br />
Critical Questions and Perspectives<br />
2:30 PM | Roosevelt 3 (East Tower, Bronze Level)<br />
Safe and affordable housing for LGBT older adults is a critical<br />
aspect of well-being in later life. Over the past 10 years, multiple<br />
housing developments geared toward LGBT older adults have<br />
been developed around the country. In addition, training<br />
programs are aimed at addressing the needs of LGBT older<br />
adults living in “mainstream” senior housing. This symposium<br />
will present critical questions and perspectives on the current<br />
state of LGBT senior housing and future directions in the field.<br />
Presenters: Vanessa Fabbre, PhD, Assistant Professor, Washington<br />
University in St. Louis; Britta Larson, MA, Director of Senior Services<br />
<strong>Program</strong>, Center on Halsted; Tripp Mills, Deputy Director Senior<br />
Services Department, Los Angeles LGBT Center; Sherrill Wayland,<br />
MSW, Manager, National Projects, Services and Advocacy for GLBT<br />
Elders (SAGE).<br />
MONDAY, MARCH 20<br />
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