Sexuality and Aging (DHHS Partnership)

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Description

This training is brought to you in partnership between South Piedmont AHEC and North Carolina's Department of Health and Human Services.

Understanding sexuality and aging is crucial for healthcare workers in skilled nursing facilities. As residents age, they experience natural changes in sexual function and desire, impacting their overall well-being. Knowledgeable healthcare workers can provide sensitive and respectful care, addressing sexual health concerns effectively.

Recognizing and respecting evolving attitudes toward sexuality in older adults fosters an inclusive environment. This understanding helps navigate ethical and legal considerations, promoting residents' dignity and rights.

Online Learning: Sexual Health and Intimacy in Older Adults
Welcome to our comprehensive training module on sexual health and intimacy in older adults. This course includes engaging recorded presentations and interactive activities. Completion requires passing a post-test.
In this module, we'll cover age-related changes in sexual function and desire, explore attitudes toward sexuality in older adults, and discuss ethical and legal considerations. We'll also provide the latest recommendations for managing sexual intimacy in long-term care settings.

Faculty
Bethany Ramos, LCSW

Online Learning Information
Release Date: May 5, 2025
Valid Through: May 5, 2027

Continuing Education Credits
0.10 CEUs
CEUs are expressed in tenths and 0.1 CEU is based off 60 minutes of instruction.

0.5 Contact Hour
1.00 contact hour is based off 60 minutes of instruction.

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Objectives

• Understand age-related changes in sexual health: Gain insights into the normal physiological changes in sexual function and desire that occur with aging.
• Explore attitudes toward sexuality in older adults: Examine evolving trends and perspectives on sexuality among older adults to better support their needs.
• Navigate ethical and legal considerations: Learn about the ethical and legal issues that healthcare professionals must consider when addressing sexual health in older adults.
• Implement best practices in long-term care: Receive up-to-date recommendations on managing sexual intimacy in long-term care settings to enhance the quality of life for older adults.

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