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The long-term care ombudsman program plays a vital role in promoting policies and consumer protections to improve long-term services and supports at the facility, local, state, and national levels. Created by the Older Americans Act, the ombudsman program’s implementation can vary from state to state which may have serious impacts on outcomes for both individuals and […]
The Pennsylvania Department of Aging plays a vital role in advocating for older adults across the state to have access to quality services that allow them to age and live well. Report of elder abuse has increased significantly in PA over the past 5 years, and it is vital for healthcare professionals to not only […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused an urgent health crisis, physically and psychologically, for vulnerable older adults. Solutions rely on scientific evidence to guide practice and policy. However, research activities are restricted due to the pandemic. The presenters will share their strategies to overcome challenges at different stages of the study process during the pandemic. The research projects include work conducted in acute […]
CGNE Seminar Series What Factors Influence Acceptance of Palliative Care Integration in Patients Living with Heart Failure? Presented by Dr. Evelyn Nieves, Instructor in Nursing, School of Behavioral Sciences and Education, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing Dr. Evelyn Nieves is a Diploma grad from Temple University East Campus (formerly Northeastern Hospital School of […]
CGNE Seminar Series Fall Preparedness and Home Safety for the Older Adult Presented by Dr. Mitchell Straub, Vital Rehab and Wellness and Jennifer Rank, Tressa Nese and Helen Diskevich Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing. All seminars are hosted virtually, from 12 to 1 p.m. 1.0 Contact Hour is available […]
CGNE Seminar Series Factors Associated with Sleep Quality in Hospitalized Persons with Dementia Presented by Dr. Ashley Kuzmik, Post-doctoral Fellow, Tressa Nese and Helen Diskevich Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing All seminars are hosted virtually, from 12 to 1 p.m. 1.0 Contact Hour is available for Registered Nurses […]
CGNE Seminar Series Developing a Community Advisory Board for Research: Tips and Lessons Learned with LGBTQ Older Adults Presented by Dr. Britney Wardecker, Assistant Professor, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing and Rabbi Erica Steelman, Director of LGBT+ Initiatives and Chaplain, Horsham Center for Jewish Life. All seminars are hosted virtually, from 12 to 1 p.m. […]
CGNE Seminar Series Non-pharmacological Interventions for Pain in People with Dementia Presented by Yo-Jen Liao, PhD Graduate Student, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing and Janice Whitaker, Administrator and Community Liaison at the Tressa Nese and Helen Diskevich Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing. All seminars are hosted virtually, from […]
CGNE Seminar Series - Fall 2022 Presented by Dr. Katy Abbott, executive director, Scripps Gerontology Center; professor, Department of Sociology and Gerontology, Miami University; and Dr. Kimberly Van Haitsma, professor, Tressa Nese and Helen Diskevich Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing, Penn State. All seminars are free and hosted […]
CGNE Seminar Series - Fall 2022 Presented by Dr. Theresa L. Lundy, assistant professor, Department of Nursing, Lehman College, City University of New York. All seminars are free and hosted virtually unless indicated. 1.0 Contact Hour is available for Registered Nurses meeting the necessary requirements. Advance registration is required here.
