PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

With the growing number of residents facing mental health challenges, it's crucial for you and your staff to receive proper education and training. Understanding diagnoses like schizophrenia, bipolar depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, and others requires a nuanced approach to symptom recognition and individual impact. This series aims to offer practical information on these mental health issues. We'll discuss effective assessment and care planning methods, along with strategies to help residents achieve satisfaction and a high quality of life.

DIAGNOSIS COVERED

• Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
• Bipolar Disorder and Depression
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Personality Disorder
• Substance Abuse Disorder and Addictions

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the symptoms and behaviors associated with a diagnosis of mental illness;
2. Explain the importance of distinguishing symptoms from reactions and personality; and
3. Develop person-centered, person-directed care plans that address the acute needs of residents with a mental illness diagnosis.

WEBINAR SERIES SCHEDULE

• Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder Webinar 1: Feb 11, 12–1 pm
• Bipolar Disorder and Depression Webinar 2: Feb 13, 12–1 pm
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Webinar 3: Feb 25, 12–1 pm
• Personality Disorder Webinar 4: Feb 27, 12–1 pm
• Substance Abuse Disorder and Addictions Webinar 5: March 5, 12–1 pm

PROGRAM LOCATION: Virtual

TRAINER: Barbara Speedling, Quality of Life Specialist

REGISTRATION FEES

RIALA Members

• Individual Webinar: $50
• Five-Part Webinar Series: $145

Non-Members

• Individual Webinar: $95
• Five-Part Webinar Series: $195

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: One business day before the event date.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS: One credit per one hour

REGISTER