Events
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Care Connection Webinar: Depression or Dementia? Understanding the Differences
This webinar will explore how symptoms of depression and dementia can overlap and complicate diagnosis. Participants will learn key similarities and differences between the two conditions, the risks of misdiagnosis, and strategies for recognizing when symptoms may be related to depression, dementia, or both. Speaker: Jennifer Reeder, LCSW, SIFI Senior Director of Educational & Social Services […]
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Behind the Silence: Addressing Substance Misuse Among Older Adults
Clinical Course 2 CE credits Location: LIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: Substance misuse among older adults is a growing yet often overlooked public health concern. This course provides a comprehensive exploration of how alcohol, prescription medications, and illicit substances uniquely affect individuals later in life. Participants will examine age-related physiological changes, co-occurring medical and mental […]
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Tapping into the Power of Emotional Memories
Clinical Course 2 CE credits Location: LIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: When recalling past events, we may struggle to remember specific details, yet the emotions associated with those experiences often […]
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AFA Family Fun Day
Location:AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center,149 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville, NY 11701 The event will be held in the center's parking lot on Albany Avenue. Here’s what’s in store: Raffle […]
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Understanding Dementia in IDD: Presentation, Progression, and Differential Diagnosis
General Course 2 CE credits LIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: Dementia can present differently in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), particularly in people with Down syndrome who are […]
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Understanding Dementia in IDD: Presentation, Progression, and Differential Diagnosis
General Course 2 CE credits LIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: Dementia can present differently in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), particularly in people with Down syndrome who are […]
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Honor & Thrive: Long Island Veteran & Family Resource Day
A Free Event for Those Who Served and Their Families AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center149 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville, NY 11701 631-223-4000 Participating Agencies: New York State Department of […]
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Pseudo-Dementia vs. True Dementia
Clinical Course 2 CE credits LIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: Research has shown that many older adults diagnosed with major depressive disorder also experience cognitive deficits that closely resemble dementia. […]
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Reframing Agitation and Aggression: Practical Applications and Case Analysis
General Course 2 CE credits Location: LIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: This course focuses on practicing how to interpret responsive behaviors, identify potential triggers, and select individualized strategies for reducing […]