Several organizations offer training and other opportunities to learn about how to prevent the abuse and neglect of seniors and at-risk adults.
Upcoming Training
“Understanding and Dealing with the Challenges of Hoarding Disorder,” presented by Heather Badini, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC III), Director of Assessments at Denver Springs
When: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Where: Aurora City Hall, City Council Chambers, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Aurora, CO
To Register for Training Online: www.ccerap.org, select Newsletter April, May, June 2018, and then click on “Register Now on Eventbrite.”
Ongoing Opportunities
Adult Protective Services is able to provide community/outreach training sessions related to Mandatory Reporting of At-Risk Adults and an Overview of Adult Protective Services. To inquire further or schedule a training, please contact the Adult Protective Services Intake Line at (719) 444-5755.
The UCCS Aging Center offers services, training and resources. The community-based non-profit mental health services facility is administered by the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) and is located at the Lane Center for Academic Health Sciences Building, Third Floor, Suite 321, 4863 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80918.
The UCCS Gerontology Center offers a Professional Advancement Certificate in Gerontology designed. The full course extends over two semesters taken in sequence. New enrollees are accepted each semester.
The Colorado Coalition for Elder Rights and Abuse Prevention offer regular training sessions. Information is updated regularly on their website.
HealthCare Interactive offers education and resources for caring for someone with memory loss or dementia.