This course reviews best practices for identifying and managing pain. Discussions will explore barriers to adequate pain management including the myths and facts about morphine.

This program will offer clinicians a better understanding of this disease. We will discuss how it differs from other neurological disorders, diagnosis, complications, treatments and the different stages of this disease. We will also answer some of the most common questions that are asked of the medical community.

In this program we will take a closer look at late-stage Parkinson’s disease in relation to mortality, risk factors, and caregiver burden, as well as benefits and eligibility for palliative and hospice care.

Caring for patients at the end of life requires more than clinical skill—it demands an understanding of how past trauma shapes a person’s final chapter. This session introduces the foundations of Trauma‑Informed Care (TIC) and its essential role in end‑of‑life settings. Participants will learn what trauma is, why older adults are uniquely vulnerable, and how trauma may appear through behaviors, communication patterns, emotional responses, or physical symptoms.

This course reviews current medications for Alzheimer’s and related dementias, including cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine, and new anti-amyloid therapies. It highlights clinical indications, side effects, and monitoring strategies. Non-drug approaches like cognitive stimulation and caregiver support are also emphasized to promote comprehensive dementia care.

Gain the clarity and confidence you need to care for patients with serious illness by understanding how curative care, palliative care, and hospice differ—strengthening your conversations and enhancing the care you provide. Build the skills to recognize referral opportunities early and to communicate the benefits of palliative care in meaningful, patient centered ways.

Join us for practical guidance to differentiate dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson’s disease dementia from other dementias, recognize hallmark symptoms, apply current diagnostic criteria, and implement safe, evidence-based management strategies to improve outcomes for patients and families navigating Lewy body dementia.

This program will provide clinicians with an understanding of the changes that occur in care needs and symptom burden in the last days, weeks, and months of life. Participants will be able to identify which interventions to provide to ease those burdens on both the patient and the family.

Families often experience heightened emotions, unresolved tensions, and shifting roles during a loved one’s final stage of life. These dynamics can significantly impact care delivery and the wellbeing of both patients and healthcare professionals. This training provides clinicians with the tools to navigate complex family interactions with clarity, empathy, and professionalism.

Caring for patients through illness and death doesn’t end when your shift does. This program helps clinicians recognize vicarious grief, understand how cumulative loss affects well-being and burnout, and name what often goes unspoken at the bedside. Learn practical strategies to care for yourself and support your colleagues while continuing to provide compassionate, high-quality care.