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2004 EVENT DESCRIPTIONS |
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The WAGECC 2003 Traveling Inservice Education
Series (TIES) – a new activity scheduled
during 2003 at requesting institutions. The program
was designed based on recommendations from WAGECC
assessments and evaluations. For more information
contact wagecc@gwu.edu. |
| March 4th |
Aging Overview for Recreation
Specialists – In-service for the DC
Dept. of Parks and Recreation (not open to WAGECC
affiliates) |
| March 10th |
Analgesic Therapy &
Older Adults – 2 hrs. Co-sponsored
with the Local Affiliate of the American Geriatrics
Society (AGS)
Contact: dcgeriatrics@yahoo.com
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| March 19th |
Professional Development Program (PDP) - 52 hours. An overview of the
2004 PDP Program: SAGE Modules, Clinical Observation Sites, 2004
Enrichment Series and Self-directed study on the WAGECC Learners'
Explorer. |
| April 7th |
Recreation Therapy and Aging- 1 hour 30 mins. In-service for the DC Dept. of Parks and Recreation (not open to WAGECC affiliates) |
| April 8th |
Aging and Disparities
in the Health Care System – 3 hrs.
50 mins.
Co-sponsored with the George Washington University
Prevention and Community Health Department and
The Wertlieb Educational Institute for Long-Term
Care Management
Contact: wagecc@gwu.edu
Please click this link to read more and register for the April 8th
event. (pdf)
Please Note
that the room number
has changed to room 101 in Ross Hall,
2300 I Street, NW
Participants will need to show identification
at the front door of the building in order to
enter, so please be sure to bring
an id.
We hope to see you there! |
| May 3rd |
Hurwitz Lecture Series: "Nonpharmalogical treatment of agitation in
the nursing home" - 1 hr. 30 mins
Co-sponsored with the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington.
Contact: James Biddison at 301-770-8458 or Biddison@hebrew-home.org
(Category II Continuing Education Credits will be available for Social
Workers who attend) |
| June 3rd |
The 4th Annual Grecc/Gec Videoconference on the Cutting-Edge Topic
of--
Geriatric Mental Health and Disaster Preparedness: Mental Health
Interventions and Treatment Plans - 4 hrs. 15 mins
Co-sponsored with the VA GRECC/GEC
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu
OPEN TO AFFILIATES
>> Download and view the event invitation (pdf) |
| June 3rd |
Hurwitz Lecture Series: "Spirituality, health, and wellness"
- 1 hr.
30 mins.
Co-sponsored with the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington.
Contact: James Biddison at 301-770-8458 or Biddison@hebrew-home.org
(Category II Continuing Education Credits will be available for Social
Workers who attend) |
| June 9th |
Professional Development Program (PDP) Enrichment Series.
AGING RESEARCH: AN UPDATE OF HOT TOPICS - 8 hours
Co-sponsored with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals.
WAGECC PDP Scholars will graduate at the conclusion of this event. OPEN TO AFFILIATES
Contact: wagecc@gwu.edu
>> Download PDF registration form
>> Driving Directions, Howard University Campus and Subway Map
>> Howard University Parking Map
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| June 10th |
This event has been CANCELLED.
Local Affiliate of the American Geriatrics Society
Sponsored by
Janssen
at Maggiano's Restaurant (5333 Wisconsin Ave NW Phone:
202-966-5500)
Dinner and Grand Rounds
2 hours - (one hour CEU/CME credit)
Contact: wagecc@gwu.edu
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| August 19th |
Hurwitz Lecture Series: “Addressing Shortages in Long-Term Care: Issues and Solutions” - 1 hr. 30 mins. Co-sponsored with the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington.
Contact: James Biddison at 301-770-8458 or Biddison@hebrew-home.org
(Category II Continuing Education Credits will be available for Social Workers who attend) |
| September 22nd |
Rehabilitation from Hip Fracture Surgery – 2 hours. Co-sponsored with the Local Affiliate of the American Geriatrics Society (AGS)
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu, dcgeriatrics@yahoo.com or 202-895-9486
Click here for additional information. |
| September 23rd |
This event has been CANCELLED.
Topics: An Overview of Geriatrics & Gerontology – presented by Parag Dalsania, MD
The Vulnerable Older Adult – presented by Barbara Soniat, MSW, PhD
3 hrs. – Cosponsored with the Montgomery Count Office of Human Resources and Department of Health and Health Services Center for Continuous Learning Office
(We have applied for Category I Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers, Counselors and Nurses who attend)
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu or 202-895-9486
Click here for additional information. |
| October 7th |
Topics: Grief and Loss - presented by Georgia Robertson, PhD
Suicide - presented by Carol Napoli, MSW
3 hrs. – Cosponsored with the Montgomery Count Office of Human Resources and Department of Health and Health Services Center for Continuous Learning Office
(We have applied for Category I Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers, Counselors and Nurses who attend)
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu or 202-895-9486
Click here for additional information. |
| October 21st |
Topics: Chronic Mental Health Issues-- Depression; Substance Abuse; Alcoholism –
presented by Fiona Druy, RN, NP, MPH
Therapeutic Recreation – presented by Kathy Ward, MS
3 hrs. – Cosponsored with the Montgomery Count Office of Human Resources and Department of Health and Health Services Center for Continuous Learning Office
(We have applied for Category I Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers, Counselors and Nurses who attend)
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu or 202-895-9486
Click here for additional information |
| November 4th |
Topic: Geriatric Dentistry – presented by Georgetta M. Cox, DDS
Surrogate Decision Makers – presented by Andrea Sloan, RN, Esq
3 hrs. – Cosponsored with the Montgomery Count Office of Human Resources and Department of Health and Health Services Center for Continuous Learning Office
(We have applied for Category I Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers, Counselors and Nurses who attend)
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu or 202-895-9486
Click here for additional information. |
| November 18th |
Topic: Polypharmacy – presented by Beth Capacio MD, PharmD
In Home Care – presented by Eric De Jonge, MD & Team
3 hrs. – Cosponsored with the Montgomery Count Office of Human Resources and Department of Health and Health Services Center for Continuous Learning Office
(We have applied for Category I Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers, Counselors and Nurses who attend)
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu or 202-895-9486
Click here for additional information. |
| December 3rd |
Topic: New Approaches to Alzheimer’s Disease Communication – presented by Gene Cohen, MD, PhD
Complimentary Medicine – presented by Lisa Garlock and Anne Lipe, PhD
3 hrs. – Cosponsored with the Montgomery Count Office of Human Resources and Department of Health and Health Services Center for Continuous Learning Office
(We have applied for Category I Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers, Counselors and Nurses who attend)
Contact: Nadir Hammons at wagecc@gwu.edu or 202-895-9486
Click here for additional information. |
