Geriatric Education Series

Cognitive Functioning

Module 1

Exercise for Cognitive and Physical Function in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment

Presented February 23, 2022 | 60 minutes

Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe the benefits of exercise on brain health and physical function.
Discuss mechanisms of neuroplasticity in relation to exercise.
Identify practical methods to adapt exercise interventions for people with cognitive impairment.

Presenter

Ellen McGough, PT, PhD
Professor and Department Chair of Physical Therapy, University of Rhode Island

Accreditation/Designations

Continuing Education/Certificates of Completion are available for those who :1.) Attend the entire session and 2.) Complete and submit the Program Evaluation Survey. Contact rigec@etal.uri.edu with any CE related questions.

Nursing: This activity has been approved by the North East Multi-State Division (NEMSD), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation, for 1.0 contacts hours of continuing nursing education. Valid through February 8, 2024.
Social Work: This activity has been approved by the Rhode Island College School of Social Work for 1.0 contact hour.
Physical Therapy: This continuing professional development activity was approved by the Rhode Island Physical Therapy Association for 1.0 education unit. Information provided should be used within scope of practice. Approval valid through February 23, 2024.

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Module 2

Neurologic Music Therapy: Community and Clinical Care for the Aging

Presented April 11, 2022 | 60 minutes

Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe the role of music in aging, specifically pertaining to memory.
Recognize the difference between neurologic music therapy and music making, and when each would be applicable in treatment.
Discuss the impact of neurologic music therapy on patient and caregiver health outcomes in targeted populations.

Presenter

Nicole O’Malley, MA, MT-BC, LPMT, NMT/F
Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Music Therapy, University of Rhode Island
Executive Director/President, Hands in Harmony

Accreditation/Designations

Continuing education credit or a Certificate of Completion are available free of charge for those who: 1.) attend the session in full and 2.) complete and submit a Program Evaluation Survey. Contact rigec@etal.uri.edu with any CE related questions.

Nursing: This continuing education activity was approved by the Northeast Multi-State Division, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation for 1.0 Contact Hours. Approval valid through April 14, 2024.
Social Work: This activity has been approved by the Rhode Island College, School of Social Work, Continuing Education for Social Work for 0.1 credit hour.

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Module 3

Caring 4 Caregivers

Presented May 17, 2022 | 60 minutes

Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:

Define caregivers and their roles.
Assess challenges and stress factors experienced by caregivers.
Identify community programs and resources available to support caregivers and how to access these resources.

Presenters

Maureen Maigret, Vice Chair, RI Long Term Care Coordinating Council
Michelle Szylin, Interim Director, RI Office of Healthy Aging
Linnea Tuttle, Chief, Health Systems Development, RI Executive Office of Health and Human Services

Accreditation/Designations

Nursing: This continuing education activity was approved by the Northeast Multi-State Division, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation for 1.0 Contact Hours. Approval valid through April 17, 2024.

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Module 4

Nutrition, Cognition and Aging

Presented June 9, 2022 | 60 minutes

Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:

Recognize modifiable diet-related risk factors for developing dementia.
Describe key components of the Mediterranean Diet and how adherence to these dietary patterns can promote cognitive health.
Identify disease-related sequelae that can impact nutritional status among persons living with dementia, solutions and tips, and implications for caregivers.

Presenter

Dara LoBuono, PhD, RD
Assistant Professor of Health & Exercise Science, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ

Accreditation/Designations

Nursing: This continuing education activity was approved by the Northeast Multi-State Division, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation for 1.0 Contact Hours. Approval valid through May 31, 2024.
Social Work: This activity has been approved by the Rhode Island College, School of Social Work, Continuing Education for Social Work for 0.1 credit hour.

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Module 5

Behaviors: The Good, Bad, and How to Support Creative Interventions

60 Minutes

This program will discuss non-pharmacological approaches in supporting individuals who exhibit behaviors that manifest as need or distress. We will also be working through how caregivers can support the challenges of two common transitions: a residential move and the introduction of caregivers. A behavior map will also be introduced, which will give a step by step intervention plan.

Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify roles that help support and understand the manifestation of need or distress of someone challenged with memory loss.
Discuss best practices around supporting and intervening challenging behaviors for patients, and caregivers.
Practice how to conduct a behavior intervention process using a team approach map.

Presenter

Kelly McCarthy, CDP, NHA, BC-DEd; Corporate Director of Memory Care and Resident Engagement, LCB Senior Living

Accreditation/Designations

Continuing education credit/Certificates of Completion are available for those who 1.) attend the entire session and 2.) complete and submit the Program Evaluation Survey. Contact rigec@etal.uri.edu with any CE related questions.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor: This continuing education activity was approved by the Rhode Island Mental Health Counselors Association (RIMHCA) for 1.0 CEU
Nursing: This activity has been approved by the Northeast Multistate Division (NEMSD) Approver Unit for 1.0 Contact Hours. Valid through January 10, 2025.
Social Work: This activity has been approved by the Rhode Island College, School of Social Work, Continuing Education for Social Work for 0.1 credit hour.