Case Managers & Disability Management Specialists: Anti-Ageism in Practice

Speaker: 

Laurinda Reynolds, Professor of Gerontology, M.A., C.P.G.

Speaker bio:

Laurinda Reynolds is the author of the well-cited article, The COVID-19 Pandemic Exposes a Limited Understanding of Ageism and the first author of the well-known ageism intervention, the Ageism First Aid course. The course development was funded by the Retirement Research Foundation, it is currently hosted and supported by the Gerontological Society of America. Currently, Laurinda is a professor of gerontology and psychology in Sacramento, California at American River College, and also serves as the Gerontology Department chair and program coordinator. Her organizational work is ongoing with the California Council on Gerontology and Geriatrics, and her anti-ageism efforts continue as she focuses on a multigenerational ageism intervention, writing integrated ageism-free curricula, and a book.

Webinar Description:

In this webinar, we’ll dive into the issue of ageism and its real-world effects on client care and outcomes. We’ll start by unpacking the roots of age-based biases and then move into practical strategies to promote fairness and inclusivity. You’ll learn how to identify ageism in different forms, challenge existing assumptions, and implement approaches that uphold the dignity and independence of clients. By the end of this session, you’ll be equipped with actionable tools to create a culture of respect and equity, making sure every client gets the unbiased, compassionate support they deserve.

Title: 

Case Managers & Disability Management Specialists: Anti-Ageism in Practice

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Reinterpret ageism as a life-long learned and lived social experience rather than simply transactional and transient experiences.

  • Assess the jeopardy clients are in when ageism is present in various residential, assessment, and healthcare settings.

  • Model how to interrupt ageism situations using constructive and respectful strategies that facilitate amiable outcomes.

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