Aging & Elder Care Specialization

Continuing Education Pathway

Promoting Healthy Aging & Emotional Wellness

Learning Goal

Increase competency in supporting older adults, caregivers, and families experiencing aging-related mental health challenges.

Step 1 – Aging & Loss

  1. Tipos de duelo
  2. Bereavement across later life
  3. Life transitions

Step 2 – Social Isolation

  1. Ansiedad social
  2. Loneliness among older adults
  3. Community engagement

Step 3 – Caregiver Health

  1. Autocuidado
  2. Preventing caregiver burnout
  3. Compassion resilience

Step 4 – Cognitive & Personality Changes

  1. Trastorno Narcisista de la Personalidad
  2. Behavioral changes in aging
  3. Referral and collaboration

Suggested Annual Capstone

Attend GTH educational events focused on cognitive wellness, dementia, caregiver support, and aging research.

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