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Compassion Across Generations: Meeting the Needs of Older Adults in Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Wendy Insalaco, PhD, LCADC, LCPC
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Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the prevalence of co-occurring disorders amongst older adults.

  • Identify the benefits of an integrated, compassionate approach for older adults with co-occurring disorders.

  • Describe recommendations for an integrated, compassionate approach to serve older adults with co-occurring disorders including assessment, treatment planning, clinical interventions, peer support, and environment of care considerations.

  • Identify screening tools validated for use with older adults.

  • Explain complexities to address when using an integrated, compassionate approach with this population.

  • Compare evidence-based interventions for use with older adults, navigating substance use and co-occurring disorders.

Educational Goal

As the senior population grows, so does the need for integrated, compassionate care to address rising rates of substance use and co-occurring disorders among older adults. This session explores validated screening tools, evidence-based interventions, and age-responsive strategies to improve outcomes through comprehensive assessment, treatment, peer support, and environment of care.

Description

Seniors with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders are an underserved population. Misbelief that seniors do not suffer from substance use disorders, denial on the part of the older adult, and lack of provider awareness about effective treatment interventions to serve this population have been barriers to providing the care they need. As providers of behavioral health services, we must consider how we care for this aging population and whether or not the way we care for our senior patients is best meeting their needs.

Target Audience

  • Addiction Professional
  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker

Presenters

Wendy Insalaco, PhD, LCADC, LCPC
Dr. Wendy Insalaco, PhD, LCADC, LCPC, leads organization-wide initiatives at the intersection of research, innovation, and clinical excellence. Dr. Insalaco oversees the administration of services (Model of Care) for Ashley Addiction Treatment. She stewards the alignment of strategy, best practices, and services across all levels of care while also driving the integration of emerging evidence into care delivery, outcomes measurement, and system-wide improvement efforts. Through leadership in internal research, program evaluation, and scholarly dissemination, Dr. Insalaco ensures Ashley remains a data-informed, research-engaged, and outcomes-driven organization committed to continuous improvement, compassionate care, and advancement in the field of substance use disorder treatment.

Financially Sponsored By

  • Ashley Addiction Treatment