Culturally responsive health care for older Australians

Date
19 May 2021
07:15 PM - 08:30 PM

Cost
Free

Available to
All

Continuing Professional Development

CPD points available

Aim:

Through a facilitated panel discussion, about culturally responsive practice, at the completion of the webinar participants will:

  • discuss how culturally diverse social and emotional wellbeing beliefs are associated with healing and recovery for older people.
  • outline the impacts of treatment and support sought by older people experiencing difficulties with their social and emotional wellbeing.
  • discuss practical tips and strategies to engage in recovery oriented culturally responsive conversations with older people
  • identify improved target of referrals for older people as a result of improved understanding of the role of different disciplines, faith based groups and community services

Panel

Our interdisciplinary panel of experts includes:

  • Susan Moylan-Coombs (CEO, The Gaimaragal Group)
  • Dr. Ming Loh (Geriatrician)
  • Sameera Suleman (Occupational Therapist)
  • Facilitator: Dr Stephen Ginsborg (General Practitioner) 

Before the webinar, you can read more about the panel.