How to use Sensory Modulation with Aged Care Residents
This four-part pre-recorded webinar series and PowerPoint presentation provides an overview of sensory modulation and its application with the elderly, including those who reside in aged care and people who are experiencing cognitive decline.
Sensory modulation strategies are very effective for those working in the aged care field, including occupational therapists, social workers, nurses, psychologists and doctors. Support staff, care assistants and family members also gain great value from an increased awareness of our sensory systems, how they can change as we age and how this can impact behaviour and daily functioning.
Sensory modulation is the use of specific sensory input to change the way a person feels. This can include using sensory input to:
- calm and soothe
- feel more safe and secure
- feel more grounded and centered
- wind down to help with sleep
- reduce feelings of stress and anxiety
- increase feelings of pleasure, contentment and joy
- recall pleasant, positive memories (reminiscing)
- connect with others
The Webinar Series is suitable for:
Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Nurses, Psychologists and Doctors
Assistance and Support Staff working in aged care.
These four videos will provide 5 CPD hours.
Student discount is available.
Sensory Modulation Brisbane has a number of courses. The Using Sensory Modulation Course has general mental health content whilst The Using Sensory Modulation Course with Aged Care Residents is specifically tailored to the Aged Care Setting. However, there is a lot of overlap between the two courses.
Cost
$190 per registrant
$112 for students
More than one attendee
Each ticket is for one individual and will need to be registered individually. For more than 10 registrants, please email Sensory Modulation Brisbane to discuss a discount.
[email protected]
Time and Date is actually any time!
The videos can be started at any time and watched at your convenience for the next 12 months as it is pre-recorded.
Trainers:
The webinars are presented by Carolyn Fitzgibbon and Julie O Sullivan. Carolyn and Julie are two experienced OTs who have worked together for many years and share considerable knowledge and practical experience in the implementation of sensory modulation and sensory approaches, at both direct client and service development levels. Together, Carolyn and Julie have conducted a number of webinars and workshops for mental health districts and on behalf of OT Australia regarding sensory modulation and the integration of sensory approaches into service delivery. Carolyn and Julie have co-authored the Sensory Modulation Resource Manual.
Contact
Email [email protected] if you have any questions.
