Events and Workshops

Free Public Seminar Event: Older Adults and Psychiatric Disabilities

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Date: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025

Time: 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. PT

Location: 780 Mission Street at 4th Street, San Francisco (enter through the Marriott Marquis)

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Agenda:

Part 1: Aging Minds Matter: Mental Health Considerations in Older Adults

Dr. Tammy Duong, UCSF Vice Chair of Medical Education and Ambulatory Executive Medical Director, Adult Behavioral Health; Director, UCSF Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship

Participants will become more equipped to recognize mental health conditions in older adults, understand the barriers they face in accessing care, and explore solutions for delivering support and services.

Part 2: The Lived Experience: Navigating Mental Health Care when over 65

Hear firsthand from a member of the 65+ community about their personal journey navigating mental health services and deepen your understanding of the real-world impact of key systems.

Part 3: Mental Health Considerations when Navigating End-of-Life Planning

Janet M. Espey, Attorney at Law, Espey Law Offices

Participants will learn key legal aspects of end-of-life planning, gain insights into how mental health can impact the process, explore available supports and potential conflicts, and learn strategies for navigating sensitive conversations around end-of-life care.

Part 4: Securing Homes and Ensuring Rights: Addressing Housing Challenges for Adults 65+ with Psychiatric Disabilities

Speakers TBA

Participants will gain understanding of housing options for seniors with mental health disabilities, explore potential funding sources, and learn about tenant rights and responsibilities.

Moderated by PWDF with opportunities to ask questions and participate in open, public discussion.

For questions or accommodation requests (at least 2 weeks in advance), contact: education@pwdf.org or call (415) 931-3070.

This course is PENDING approval for MCLE and continuing credit for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Information will be updated once confirmed.