Geriatric mental health care training series

2005

(For resources, this is the publication date. For programs, this is the date posted.)

Information

Training
Smith M, Buckwalter K.
John A. Hartford Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, College of Nursing, University of Iowa

The primary purpose of this training series is to train nursing home staff in caring for and managing residents in six areas, including recognizing and treating depression and mental health issues in long-term care. Supplemental materials provide specific guidance on delivering the training, as well as materials and handouts for participants. An evaluation of this training series is available.