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We are pleased to offer you up-to-date and novel teaching resources about common issues and concerns for older adults. These resources are intended for education and information purposes only, and not to be used for commercial purposes. If you use any resources, please give credit to the Centre for Studies in Aging and Health. Contact us if you wish to adapt or translate any of the content provided.

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BPSD Learning Resources

Behaviour is responsive. It occurs in response to stimuli from physical, social and/or emotional environments. In particular, those who are diagnosed with dementia are particularly sensitive to their enviroment and associated behavioural responses are triggered by events or interactions. The resulting changes in behaviour are often referred to as "Behavioural & Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD)".

We welcome you to view one of our Sageducation Open Courses featuring an Introduction to Brain & Behaviour. This course was authored by Dr. John Puxty, a Geriatrician and Chair of the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Queen’s University. Dr. Puxty has a primary interest in promoting healthy aging and effective care for seniors with a research interest in aging, chronic disease, knowledge mobilization and information technology.

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Cognitive-Communication Abilities in Typical and Disordered Aging: An Evidence-Based Update on Assessment and Intervention Approaches

May 2-3, 2019 7:30AM-4:00 PM EST at the Jabob Family Theatre at the Posluns Auditorium, 3560 Bathurst St. Toronto. Conference learning objectives include that participants will be able to:

Describe cognitive-communication abilities in typical aging and in common age-related disorders.
Explain the Occupational Therapy approach to cognitive assessment.
Explain the Neuropsychology approach to evaluating cognitive decline and the influence on language abilities.
Identify formal and informal tools and procedures for assessing cognitive-communication abilities.
Use direct and indirect approaches to treat cognitive-communication disorders

To learn more see the pdf download. To register click here.

Baycrest, in partnership with North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, is excited to announce Cycle 4 of “Project ECHO Care of the Elderly” (ECHO COE), a telehealth education program with didactic presentations and case-based learning that aims to help primary care providers build capacity in the care of older adults. The sessions run weekly from April 10 – July 17, 2019 on Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30 PM EST. For more information, please see the pdf downloads or click here.

Baycrest Health Sciences in partnership with North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, will hold Cycle 3 of "Project ECHO Care of the Elderly" (ECHO COE) from January 8, 2018 – March 19, 2019 on Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00 pm. The goal of this free telehealth education program is to enhance the quality of care for older adults in Ontario, by improving the knowledge and skills of health care providers. To learn more click here.

Thursday, December 13th from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (EDT) located at the Baycrest Centre in Toronto, Ontario. This workshop led by Dr. Brian Levine will provide the latest clinical-scientific information concerning the assessment of executive functions and evidence-based rehabilitation with Goal Management Training® (GMT). To register, click here.

December 11, 2018 at the Baycrest in Toronto join this innovation and networking forum for leaders who engage staff and students in learning about long-term care. Lean in & Learn: Improving care experiences through staff wellness & relational care. Workshop topics will include mindfulness leadership & relational care in practice, grief & loss, wellness through active compassion, and comfort care conversations for changes in condition. Register now!