Recognizing and Overcoming Ageism in Care Management
Training overview
Ageism is a pervasive yet often unnoticed form of bias that significantly impacts the quality of care provided to older adults. In care management, where empathy and respect are essential, addressing ageist attitudes is crucial for ensuring equitable and high-quality care. This session will guide care professionals in identifying ageism within themselves and their organizations, understanding its harmful effects, and implementing strategies to reduce bias. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and self-reflection exercises, participants will explore how ageist perceptions influence care delivery and learn actionable steps to foster a more inclusive, respectful approach.
By the end of this session, care management professionals will be better equipped to challenge ageist attitudes, enhance their relationships with clients, and improve ove
Key takeaways
Recognizing Ageism: Participants will develop an awareness of explicit and implicit ageist biases in their interactions and organizational practices.
Understanding the Impact: Attendees will explore how ageism affects older adults’ self-esteem social engagement and overall health as well as how it diminishes trust in care relationships.
Practical Strategies for Change: Participants will learn self-assessment techniques empathy-building exercises and organizational policies that promote inclusivity ensuring that older adults receive dignified and person-centered care.
Corinne Auman
Developmental Psychologist, Author, Speaker, and Consultant.
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