Tag #elders

Healthy Communications

Communication is the first building block of any healthy relationship. As we age, our roles, responsibilities and health may change, all of which may become difficult issues to discuss with our families. This presentation provides effective ways of communicating, and grounding techniques to help improve communication in relationships to make sure older adult’s wishes are clearly…

Healthy Communications

Communication is the first building block of any healthy relationship. As we age, our roles, responsibilities and health may change, all of which may become difficult issues to discuss with our families. This presentation provides effective ways of communicating, and grounding techniques to help improve communication in relationships to make sure older adult’s wishes are clearly…

Increasing Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is one of the most important factors in maintaining good mental health. It is influenced by how we value our place in and contribution to society and the relationships we have with others. As we age, this may change…

Ageism: Age and Discrimination

This presentation  provides an overview of ageism, including its definition and examples. Through discussion questions and a quiz, the link between ageism and abuse are explored as well as the rights of older adults. There are tips on speaking out against ageism and resources…

Financial Abuse Overview

The most common form of elder abuse, financial abuse, is defined as any improper conduct, done with or without the informed consent of the senior that results in a monetary or personal gain to the abuser and/or monetary or personal…

Financial Abuse Overview

The most common form of elder abuse, financial abuse, is defined as any improper conduct, done with or without the informed consent of the senior that results in a monetary or personal gain to the abuser and/or monetary or personal…

Financial Abuse Overview

The most common form of elder abuse, financial abuse, is defined as any improper conduct, done with or without the informed consent of the senior that results in a monetary or personal gain to the abuser and/or monetary or personal loss for the older adult.Financial abuse can be…