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The Interagency Committee on Disability Research (ICDR) is hosting a Lunch & Learn webinar titled "Emergency Preparedness and the Impact of Climate Change on People with Disabilities." This webinar will feature Marcie Roth, executive director and CEO of the World Institute on Disability, who will discuss the effects of disasters on individuals with disabilities. Roth will also discuss opportunities for improvement and research needs to enhance outcomes for people with disabilities affected by disasters.

The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is hosting a webinar titled "It's Not Just for Hearing: How Ears Impact Balance." Join this informative session with Brady S. Workman, Au.D. to learn about the theories of association between hearing loss and falls risk, cognitive decline, and age-related hearing and vestibular decline in older adults.

In this 60-minute webinar hosted by the Better Care Playbook, the focus will be on addressing the complex needs of older adults through strong partnerships between community-based organizations (CBOs) and health plans. These partnerships aim to deliver home- and community-based services and evidence-based care for older adults with chronic health conditions and disabilities. The webinar will discuss the value case for these partnerships, highlight different partnership models, and provide resources to facilitate effective contracting.

Join the National Institute on Aging (NIA) for an upcoming webinar in their Federal Partners' Webinar Series, focusing on the crucial role of caregivers in supporting individuals with dementia. The webinar aims to explore the concept of resilience and its importance in dementia caregiving, featuring presentations from experts in the field and real-life insights from caregivers. Topics will include national research perspectives, personal experiences of caregivers, and behavioral frameworks for building resilience among dementia caregivers.

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Join the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for a webinar providing an update on their upcoming June National Training Program (NTP) virtual workshop. Attendees will be provided with information to help prepare for the NTP workshop and will learn strategies and tips to better reach their audiences. This webinar will cover the following topics:

The National Center on Law & Elder Rights (NCLER) will host a free webinar on June 6th titled “Oral Health Coverage and Care for Older Adults”. Many older adults face barriers in accessing needed dental treatment, exacerbating inequities in overall health among older adults living in poverty, older adults of color, and other marginalized populations.

The American Society on Aging is hosting a webinar to help individuals learn more about the ASA RISE program, including information on eligibility requirements, the application and selection process, and the experiences of past fellows. ASA RISE is designed to prepare diverse talent to become the next generation of aging leadership in the field of aging.

The American Society on Aging (ASA) is hosting an interactive webinar to facilitate conversations about advance care planning between patients, families, and healthcare providers. It will address communication barriers and provide participants with valuable tools to support and empower patients and their families. Topics covered include identifying key end-of-life issues, initiating conversations about advance care directives, and exploring tools and apps available for assistance. 
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The Partnership to Align Social Care is a cross-sector initiative that aims to foster successful partnerships between healthcare organizations, community-based organizations (CBOs), and Community Care Hubs (CCHs) to address social determinants of health (SDOH) for older adults and people with disabilities. The final webinar in a three-part series will offer an in-depth exploration of the roles and responsibilities of advanced Community Care Hubs in improving the alignment between health and social care services.

In conjunction with several organizations, the National Center on Elder Abuse is hosting an upcoming webinar for the 2023 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. This session will focus on the importance of a trauma-informed approach in preventing and addressing elder abuse while promoting resilience in older adults. Attendees will hear about the cumulative and complex trauma histories of diverse older adults, explore the connection between trauma and elder abuse, and learn strategies to provide culturally responsive and trauma-informed support.