Thinking about your future? Plan now for aging in place

20 November 2024 / Registration Closed

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Overview

As we journey through life, planning for our future becomes increasingly important. This presentation offers valuable insights and strategies to help you maintain independence and comfort in your own home as you age. Empower yourself and others to make informed decisions about aging gracefully.

Objectives

  • Define aging in place and identify its benefits, recognizing how it can enhance their independence and quality of life.
  • Be able to list at least three practical strategies for aging in place, including home modifications and community resources, that can improve their safety and comfort at home.
  • Understand the significance of financial and social planning for aging in place, and they will be able to articulate the need for discussing their preferences with family members and caregivers.

Presented by: Jennifer Hobbs-Robert, MScA, BCN, CNEd, Senior Advisor – Jeffery Hale Community Partners
National/International Surveyor HSO-Accreditation Canada

Throughout her career of 48 years, Jennifer has held a variety of positions in Geriatrics, Community Health, Nursing & Health Education, Emergency Care, Occupational Health as well as with the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation as a Master Instructor in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Jennifer holds a Bachelor in Community Nursing from Concordia University, an Applied Masters of Science in Epidemiology & Biostatistics from McGill University as well as a post Masters Diploma in Nursing Education from Chapel Hill University in North Carolina. Jennifer is the Senior Advisor for Community Health Promotion Programs for Jeffery Hale Community Partners in Quebec City and a Surveyor for Accreditation Canada, both Nationally and Internationally.