UNDERSTANDING THE PSYCHOSOCIAL NEEDS OF OUR YOUNGER RESIDENTS

Course overview

Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the United States are experiencing a significant increase in the number of younger residents they are caring for. These residents present both challenges as well as opportunities. During this presentation, you will: Review the primary diagnoses that lead to placement of younger residents. Understand the psychosocial needs of younger residents. Gain programming ideas for working with younger residents. Understand the importance of helping younger residents remain connected with the community. Explore the impact of younger residents upon staff.