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Social isolation, loneliness and trauma significantly impact older adults, their caregivers and the mental health professionals who support them. This webinar delves into the critical issues surrounding these challenges in the aging community, offering professionals in the field valuable insights to enhance their understanding and care strategies.

Participants will explore the distinctions and intersections between social isolation and loneliness, understand the profound impacts of trauma on older adults, and examine the emotional toll on family caregivers. Additionally, the session will address mental health considerations for older adults and the professionals who work alongside them.

Participants in this webinar will be able to:

• Define and distinguish between social isolation and loneliness and identify their causes and prevalence among older adults.
• Recognize the types of trauma that affect older adults, including connections to social isolation and loneliness.
• Examine the emotional and psychological toll of caregiving, including the impact of intergenerational trauma on family dynamics.
• Understand mental health considerations for older adults and the professionals who provide their care.