The Mental Health Issues in Long-Term Care conference is designed to address the growing need for mental health support for seniors in long-term care facilities. It provides valuable insights for clinicians, caregivers, and administrators to enhance their skills in managing behavioral health. The conference includes sessions on dementia, hoarding, personality disorders, and more, offering both in-person and virtual attendance options. Attendees can expect a comprehensive agenda with expert speakers and opportunities for networking and learning.
Mental Health Conferences
Mental Health Issues in Long-Term Care
The Mental Health Issues in Long-Term Care conference will be held in Marshalltown, IA, at the Iowa Veterans Home, and will also be available online via Zoom. It aims to address the mental health needs of seniors in long-term care facilities.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: May 1–2, 2025
Location: Iowa Veterans Home
City/State: Marshalltown, Iowa
Address: 1301 Summit St, Whitehill Auditorium, Marshalltown, IA 50158, United States
Event Format: hybrid
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences provides continuing medical education to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals.
Email: cme@dmu.edu
Phone: 515-271-1596
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $150.00 | Onsite Thursday + Onsite Friday | Full in-person attendance for both days. |
| $150.00 | Onsite Thursday + Virtual Friday | In-person attendance on Thursday and virtual attendance on Friday. |
| $50.00 | Onsite Thursday Only | In-person attendance on Thursday only. |
| $100.00 | Onsite Friday Only | In-person attendance on Friday only. |
| $100.00 | Virtual Friday Only | Virtual attendance on Friday only. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference spans two days, with sessions on dementia, hoarding, personality disorders, interventional psychiatry, and more. Each day includes registration, sessions, breaks, and networking opportunities.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Kyle S. Page, PhD, ABPP
Geriatric Psychologist at Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital.
Douglas Steenblock, MD
Chief of Mental Health Services at Iowa Veterans Home.
Nate Wolken, MA, LMHC
Psychologist at Iowa Veterans Home.
Lori Suvalsky, MD
Medical Director of Mental Health at VA Central Iowa Healthcare System.
Derek Hess, JD, PhD
Clinical Director and Licensed Psychologist at Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.
Kristin Rooff, MA
PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology at Fielding University and Psychologist 3 at Independence Mental Health Institute.
Christopher Sparks, LISW
Psychologist at Iowa Veterans Home.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers 9.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, 9.50 AOA Category 2-A credits, and 9.50 CE Contact Hours.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the Iowa Veterans Home, with accommodations available nearby. Attendees are encouraged to arrange their own lodging.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking is available at the Iowa Veterans Home. Attendees should enter at the West Entrance and park in the large lot at the north end. Handicapped parking is available across the street south of the cottages.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
No specific details on sponsorship or exhibitor opportunities are provided.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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