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F25-301 Caring Through Understanding: Supporting Emotionally Distressed Individuals Affected by Alzheimer’s in Residential Care

Total Credits: 3 including 3 Category I CEs

Categories:
300 Aging |  200 Adults, Couples & Families |  DC Public Health Priorities
Instructor:
Charlene Davis, MSW
Course Levels:
Intermediate
Duration:
3 Hours 15 Minutes
Target Audience:
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
Dates
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Description

More than five million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, which is a common form of dementia. It is characterized by the build-up of abnormal proteins in the brain that damage nerve cells. Alzheimer’s is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. It is NOT a normal part of aging. While symptoms vary, the first problem that people notice is forgetfulness that is severe enough to affect their ability to function at home and at work. This workshop will focus on navigating the complexities of Alzheimer’s care by identifying appropriate support services, managing difficult conversations, providing informed assistance to caregivers, and distinguishing between various forms of dementia.  

 

This workshop is in accordance with and compliance with the NASW Standards with a focus on service, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, competence, and social workers’ ethical responsibilities to clients, in practice settings, as professionals, to the social work profession, to the broader society.   

This workshop is in compliance with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ COMAR 10.42.03.06.A(5) and with the District of Columbia Board of Social Work 17-70-7008.4.    

District of Columbia: This workshop meets the continuing education requirement for DC Public Health Priorities in the following topic: 5. Community and Patient Safety.   

Instructor

Charlene Davis, MSW Related Seminars and Products

Charlene Davis is a proactive medical social worker at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center with over 35 years of healthcare experience. She has an understanding about the intersection between healthcare delivery and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Charlene has served in the following positions: medical social worker, regional lead social worker, and director of social services with 13 years of long-term care experience. Charlene’s mission is to help meet the complex needs of all people and enhance human well-being. Charlene has taught at Sojourner Douglass College (Baltimore), and she is a professional speaker. Charlene has been conducting workshops since 2010 for various organizations. Also, Charlene participated in a live video on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) for The Beacon Institute and Innovation Horizon. 

Agenda & Learning Objectives

AGENDA:

1:05 – 1:15 Log On/Registration   

 

1:15 – 1:30 Welcome & Overview   

   

1:30 – 2:15 Gain knowledge to refer people to appropriate services with Alzheimer’s Disease   

  

2:15 – 3:00 Develop a clear process on how to handle challenging conversations with Alzheimer’s Disease patients  

   

3:00 – 3:15 Break    

   

3:15 – 4:00 Learn skills to assist workers and families on how to care for patients with Alzheimer’s Disease    

   

4:00 – 4:20 Understand the different types of Dementia     

   

4:20 – 4:30 Q & A     

   

4:30 Adjournment 

 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Gain knowledge to refer people to appropriate services specializing in Alzheimer’s disease. 

  • Develop a clear process on how to handle challenging conversations with Alzheimer’s disease patients.   

  • Learn skills to assist workers and families on how to care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease.   

  • Understand the different types of dementia.   

Bibliography & References

BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES

Gaugler, Joseph, Ph.D., James, Bryan, Ph.D., Johnson, Tricia, Ph.D., Reimer, Jessica, Ph.D., Scales, Kezia, Ph.D., Tom, Sarah, PhD, MPH, and Weuve, Jennifer, M.P.H., SC.D., in the preparation of 2023 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. (2023). https://www.alz.org/media/documents/alzheimers-facts-and-figures.pdf Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17 Chicago, IL 60601-7633 800.272.3900 alz.org® ©2023.  

   

Jacobson, Gretchen, & Cicchiello, Aimee. (2022). Medicare’s Decision to Cover the Alzheimer’s Drug Aduhelm: What Will It Mean for Patients and the Program?  

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/blog/2022/medicares-decision-cover-alzheimers-drug-aduhelm-what-will-it-mean-patients-and-program.  

   

Matthews, K. A., Xu, W., Gaglioti, A. H., Holt, J. B., Croft, J. B., Mack, D., & McGuire, L. C. (2018). Racial and ethnic estimates of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in the United States (2015–2060) in adults aged≥ 65 years. Alzheimer’s & Dementia. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jalz.2018.06.3063  

   

Xu J, Kochanek KD, Sherry L, Murphy BS, Tejada-Vera B. Deaths: final data for 2007. National vital statistics reports; vol. 58, no. 19. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2010.  

   

Heron M. Deaths: leading causes for 2010. National vital statistics reports; vol. 62, no 6. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2013.  

   

Hurd MD, Martorell P, Delavande A, Mullen KJ, Langa KM. Monetary costs of dementia in the United States. NEJM. 2013;368(14):1326-34.  

   

Tejada-Vera B. Mortality from Alzheimer’s disease in the United States: data for 2000 and 2010. NCHS data brief, no 116. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2013.  

   

James BD. Leurgans SE, Hebert LE, et al. Contribution of Alzheimer disease to mortality in the United States. Neurology. 2014; 82:1-6. Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias. https://www.cdc.gov/aging/aginginfo/alzheimers.htm  

Last reviewed October 26, 2020  

  

Healthy Aging and Dementia Resources for Health Care Professionals Content reviewed: (2021). https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/healthy-aging-and-dementia-resources-health-care-professionals.  

  

Gaugler, Joseph, E., Bain, Lisa, J., Mitchell, Lauren, Finlay, Jessica, Fazio, Sam, & Jutkowit, Eric. (2019). Reconsidering frameworks of Alzheimer's dementia when assessing psychosocial outcomes. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6708985/ Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions Alzheimer’s Dement (N Y). 2019; 5: 388–397. Published online 2019 Aug 17. doi: 10.1016/j.trci.2019.02.008  

 

Course Completion & CE Information

Category I Maryland BSWE Requirement

The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University Of Maryland School Of Social Work is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs. This workshop qualifies for {3} Category I Continuing Education Units. The Office of Continuing Professional Education is also authorized by the Maryland Board of Psychologists and the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors to sponsor Category A continuing professional education.


Please refer to the tab "Live Interactive Webinar Policies & FAQs" for UMSSW Office of CPE policies regarding all live interactive webinar related matters.

Evaluation

Participants will have access to the evaluation after attendance has been verified. Evaluations will be available for one (1) week after the workshop has ended.  

After one (1) week, participants will no longer have access to the evaluation and will have to contact CPE about reactivation.

Target Audience

Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists

We welcome anyone interested in the topic!

 

Live Interactive Webinar Platforms

LIVE INTERACTIVE WEBINAR PLATFORMS

The Office of Continuing Professional Education hosts Live Interactive Webinars through two platforms: Zoom and WebEx.

Both platforms offer high quality and user-friendly webinar platforms for our registrants.

 

System Requirements:

  • Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher; MacOS 9 or higher; Android 4.0 or higher.
  • Internet Browser: Google Chrome; Firefox 10.0 or higher.

Our system is not compatible with the Safari web browser.

  • Broadband Internet Connection: Cable, High-speed DSL and any other medium that is internet accessible.

**Please have your device charging at all times to ensure that your device does not lose power during the webinar.

 

Course Interaction Requirements:

To participate in Live Interactive Webinars, you MUST have a device that allows you to view the presentation on screen and hear the instructor at all times. We do not allow participants to call-in from their phones or mobile devices and solely listen to the presentation. Participation in Live Interactive Webinars is mandatory.

Webinar Policies & FAQs

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Code of Conduct

The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University of Maryland School of Social Work adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics. This policy is to ensure that the training environment for social work professionals remains respectful, productive, and conducive to learning. Disruptive behavior that interferes with the learning process, disrupts the training experience for others, or undermines the integrity of the program will not be tolerated.

 

Expectations for Participant Engagement:

In alignment with the NASW Code of Ethics and the University of Maryland Baltimore Code of Conduct, participants are expected to demonstrate professionalism, which includes respecting confidentiality, maintaining a collaborative and respectful tone, and contributing positively to the group dynamic. Disclosures made during the training (e.g., case studies or personal reflections) must be handled with care and in accordance with ethical and legal guidelines.

All participants in the training program are expected to:

  • Engage actively in the learning process and show respect for the opinions and contributions of others.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in both attitude and behavior, maintaining respect for instructors, peers, and the training environment.
  • Maintain open communication by expressing concerns or disagreements constructively and respectfully.
  • Follow the guidelines and expectations provided by instructors and facilitators.
  • Support a collaborative learning environment where all participants feel valued and safe to contribute.

 

Instructors and CPE staff reserve the right to dismiss participants who do not adhere to ethical/professional principles and standards. If removed, CEs will be adjusted to reflect the time attended, unless otherwise specified. 

ADA Accommodations

If you are requesting ADA accommodations, please contact our office via email at least two weeks prior to the workshop date. Requests after that date may not be fulfilled.  

Our email address is cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu.  

Late Fees and Refunds

The base price is $70 and includes CE credit. A non-refundable late fee of $20 is added on 10/09/25. 

Cancellations** must be received 24 hours in advance prior to the workshop to receive a refund or an account credit.

Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to  account credit. 

**ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.**

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