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State of the Science Webinar 2: Community Living Research: What Do We Know and What Do We Need to Learn?

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Join the Community Living Policy Center (CLPC) as they host a panel of researchers to discuss the latest advancements in community living research for disabled individuals. Attendees will explore key findings from the past five years of community living research while addressing the existing gaps in research and knowledge that require further attention. 

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Webinar: Diabetes and Dementia

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The American Society on Aging (ASA) is hosting a webinar to help individuals learn about the connection between diabetes and dementia, strategies to address diabetes, and how to build cognitive resilience. Specifically, after attending this webinar, participants will be able to:

(Re)Defining Person-Centered Planning on Mental Health Systems

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The National Center on Advancing Person-Centered Practices and Systems (NCAPPS) is hosting a webinar that will convene members of the Massachusetts-based Council Against Institutional and Psychiatric Abuse (CAIPA) to explore what person-centered planning should – and shouldn’t – look like. While person-centered planning is intended to support people to live self-determined lives, it can also be used inappropriately to compel and coerce people into purchasing services they do not want.

ICDR Webinar: Emergency Preparedness and the Impact of Climate Change on People with Disabilities

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The Interagency Committee on Disability Research (ICDR) is hosting a Lunch & Learn webinar titled "Emergency Preparedness and the Impact of Climate Change on People with Disabilities." This webinar will feature Marcie Roth, executive director and CEO of the World Institute on Disability, who will discuss the effects of disasters on individuals with disabilities. Roth will also discuss opportunities for improvement and research needs to enhance outcomes for people with disabilities affected by disasters.

Addressing the Complex Needs of Older Adults through Strong Community-Based Organization and Health Plan Partnerships

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In this 60-minute webinar hosted by the Better Care Playbook, the focus will be on addressing the complex needs of older adults through strong partnerships between community-based organizations (CBOs) and health plans. These partnerships aim to deliver home- and community-based services and evidence-based care for older adults with chronic health conditions and disabilities. The webinar will discuss the value case for these partnerships, highlight different partnership models, and provide resources to facilitate effective contracting.

Focus on Aging Webinar: Resilience in Dementia Caregiving

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Join the National Institute on Aging (NIA) for an upcoming webinar in their Federal Partners' Webinar Series, focusing on the crucial role of caregivers in supporting individuals with dementia. The webinar aims to explore the concept of resilience and its importance in dementia caregiving, featuring presentations from experts in the field and real-life insights from caregivers. Topics will include national research perspectives, personal experiences of caregivers, and behavioral frameworks for building resilience among dementia caregivers.

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NTP Medicare Update & Education Webinar

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Join the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for a webinar providing an update on their upcoming June National Training Program (NTP) virtual workshop. Attendees will be provided with information to help prepare for the NTP workshop and will learn strategies and tips to better reach their audiences. This webinar will cover the following topics:

Free Webinar: Oral Health Coverage and Care for Older Adults

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The National Center on Law & Elder Rights (NCLER) will host a free webinar on June 6th titled “Oral Health Coverage and Care for Older Adults”. Many older adults face barriers in accessing needed dental treatment, exacerbating inequities in overall health among older adults living in poverty, older adults of color, and other marginalized populations.

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