Description:

U.S. Census Bureau estimates by 2034 persons over the age of 65 will outnumber those under 18 in the United States. The nation’s rapidly expanding aging population heightens the potential that social workers in diverse settings will encounter bereaved older adults. This interactive and case-based workshop discusses older persons’ death-related losses and unique bereavement overload experiences. Drawing on the dual process model, the knowledge and skill advancement opportunity will include best practice strategies and practical methods for empowering bereaved adults.

Learning Objectives:

1. Explain four death-related losses specific to older adults.

2. Identify two biopsychosocial or spiritual characteristics of each type of death-related              

    loss.

3. Construct a case study focusing on an older adult’s bereavement experience.

4.  Demonstrate application of the dual process model to practice.

Facilitator:

Julie A. Guistwite, PhD, LSW, FT

Ripple of Light Bereavement Resource Center LLC, Owner

CEs:

NASW-PA Chapter is a co-sponsor of this workshop. 3 CEs will be awarded for completion of this course. NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.

Registration Fees:

$65 NASW Members (includes CEs and certificate); $80 NASW Nonmember (includes CEs and certificate); $50 Attendee Only (no CEs or certificate)

*Due to the interactive nature of this workshop, attendee's name will appear on the screen following joining. If you require ADA accommodations, please indicate to julie@rolbereavementresourcecenter.com your needs a minimum of 2 days prior to event date.  We cannot ensure the availability of appropriate accommodations without prior notification.

Registration cancellations made by the attendee/payee via email (julie@rolbereavementresourcecenter.com) 10 business days prior to the workshop date will be eligible to receive a refund less $10 administration fee. Refund requests must include the name of the attendee and workshop name, date. Cancellations received less than 10 business days before the workshop will not be eligible for a refund and will be billed at the total cost. Registered no-shows are not eligible for a refund and will be billed at the total cost. Rescheduling of the workshop may occur due to unforeseen circumstances or low enrollment. If necessary, all registered persons will be contacted via email.

The information to be provided during this session is to be given as information only, generally applicable to members of the community, and not tailored to any one individual’s needs.  Nothing to be presented during the session is meant to diagnose or treat a medical or behavioral health condition and is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified professional. If you or a loved one need the advice of a qualified medical or behavioral health practitioner, contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988 or contact 911.