Special Older Population ADLs: Mental Health, Amputation, and COVID-19 (Recorded Webinar)

Course overview

Older adults in special populations face age-related comorbidities, social circumstances, and contexts that make evaluation and treatment unique. Specifically, older adults with acute or chronic conditions such as amputation, mental health disorders, or COVID-19 have special needs that require highlighting for professionals working in rehabilitation, including OTs, PTs, SLPs, and nurses. Surveys indicate that clinicians feel uncomfortable with these populations due to lack of education and experience. To assist, we will identify best practice for evaluation and treatment of older adults in these special populations across inpatient and outpatient treatment settings, as well as in restricted environments. Clinicians will be able to formulate treatment plans based on evidence and practical clinical strategies determined by treatment context.