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Navigating Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Adults
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Includes one complimentary Continuing Education (CE) credit.
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There are a variety of areas where ethical issues can emerge when working with older adults: complex family dynamics, end-of-life wishes, preserving dignity and respect, promoting independence, and keeping the individual safe. When these issues arise, it can be challenging to navigate the best course of action. Join this webinar to learn about ethical principles that can guide professionals in the support of older adults and their families. Learning about these principles and ethical decision-making models can help people to understand how to reduce the risk of harm, how to advocate for the older adult, and how to report issues to the proper authorities when necessary.
Participants in this webinar will be able to:
- Review ethical principles of caregiving.
- Discuss the prevention of neglect, abuse and ill intent.
- Understand how to support decision-making, independence and dignity.
- Learn decision-making models to help address ethical issues when working with aging adults.
Presenters:
Lakelyn Eichenberger, PhD, is a gerontologist and caregiving advocate for Honor and Home Instead, the world’s largest provider of home care. She began her career in a local Home Instead, working one-on-one with older adults. Today she works to educate professionals, families and communities on the unique challenges older adults face and the resources available to help them thrive. Eichenberger earned a doctorate in Gerontology from the University of Nebraska. She has spoken nationally and internationally on the topic of caregiving and aging and serves as a resource to major media.