Professional & Community Education Programs
NSSC's Education and Diversity committees provide educational events year round for professionals and community members. Presentations include a wide range of topics relevant to aging, including medical, health & wellness, benefits, community resources, legal and financial matters, caregiving, dementia, diversity and ethics. Professionals can acquire continuing education units by submitting a survey following the event.
Attendance is free. 1.5 CEUs available for LPC/LCPCs and LSW/LCSWs for $10. Registration is required for all events.
Patience with Parkinson’s
Presented by Katie Fagan, Senior Program Coordinator & Clinical Social Worker Northwestern University Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center
Participants will learn:
- The types and stages of Parkinson’s
- The causes, genetic factors, and environmental risks of Parkinson’s
- Different challenges people with Parkinson’s face and how to manage them
Thursday, April 18
10 - 11 a.m. at NSSC
Senior Sex: Understanding Physical and Psychological Changes
Presented by Karen Lee Fontaine, M.S., R.N.
Participants will be able to:
- Describe the changes related to sex in older adults
- Understand the health benefits of solo and relational sex
- Utilize adaptive strategies for those who are sexually active
Thursday, May 23
3 - 4 p.m. at NSSC’s Jacobi Room and online