Dates: November 10th, November 17th, December 1st, December 8th (Thursdays) 1:00-2:00PM Eastern
Summary: This National Center for Equitable Care for Elders learning collaborative will highlight the importance of working with older adults to set realistic goals for chronic disease management. Participants will review special considerations for this patient population when adopting or modifying lifestyle behaviors related to diet and exercise.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this learning collaborative, participants will be able to:
- Understand the impact of improved diet and physical activity on older adult health and quality of life
- Develop patient-centered counseling approaches tailored for older adults who are uncertain about proposed lifestyle modifications
- Identify strategies for effective goal setting with older adult patients that incorporate social supports and community resources
Intended audience: Health center providers and staff who care for older adults
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