LIVE, Interactive Webinar Training – Sexual Health and Intimacy in Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: A Continued Commitment to Holistic Health
July 17 @ 2:00 pm – 4:10 pm EDT
2 continuing education (general course) credits available
Alzheimer’s and other types of neurodegenerative diseases deeply influences a new world of challenges and changes the dynamics of relationships. Although not discussed enough, perceived sexual behaviors can be the most difficult of behaviors to handle because it can make caregivers and family members feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, and sometime frightened. This course openly explores the topic of intimacy and sexual needs for aging individuals and those with a neurodegenerative disease, as well as the motivations behind perceived sexual behaviors that are not related to sexual or intimacy needs. Through case vignettes and group discussions, attendees will learn how to appropriately respond while maintaining the person’s dignity and addressing potential medical and safety concerns.
From this workshop you will be able to:
Describe behavioral symptoms and communication challenges for those living with a neurodegenerative disease.
Differentiate the need for intimacy and touch, from perceived sexual behaviors that may be the symptom of a medical condition.
Utilize effective and respectful interventions when responding to someone with dementia who is demonstrating sexual behavior.
2 CE credits available for social workers licensed in an ASWB accredited state, as well as New York State licensed social workers. (Please note: New Jersey is not currently covered under our ASWB accreditation, please check back soon).
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America #1898, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 7/25/2023 – 7/25/2024. Social workers completing this course receive 2 continuing education credits.
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0222.
For all disability accommodation needs, please contact education@alzfdn.org.
