The Power of Connection: Reducing Elder
Isolation through Social Engagement
Description:
Elder isolation is a growing concern that impacts the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of older adults. As individuals age, they may experience a range of factors that contribute to isolation, such as mobility challenges, the loss of loved ones, and health issues. In this workshop, we will explore the profound effects of social isolation on older adults and how building meaningful connections can significantly improve their quality of life.
Moderator: Margaret Woods, LMSW, ASW-G, ACSW, Director, CEMAPP, Elder Justice Program, Carter Burden Network
Presenters:
- Dr. Sara J. Czaja, Ph.D., Professor of Medicine and the Director of the Center on Aging and Behavioral Research in the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine
- Olivia Shlansky, MSW, Social Worker, JASAChat
Offering: CEU
Workshop Time: 90 mins (Webinar)