Training program

The National Paralysis Resource Center has announced a virtual three-part series to train healthcare professionals who serve wheelchair users on mindfulness and yoga techniques to encourage wellness throughout the body and mind. The program is free to qualified healthcare professionals that directly serve people with paralysis as part of their job responsibilities. The series will be led by Jay Gupta, RPh, MS, MTM Specialist, in March and in April. Each interactive session in March will be held live through Zoom on Saturday from 10:00 a.m to 5:30 p.m. ET. and sessions in April will be held on Saturday from 12:00 p.m to 7:30 p.m ET. Applications to join are due on Monday, February 28, 2022.

ASA Rise is a 20 week intensive training and mentorship program for BIPOC-identified professionals within the field of aging. The program covers fundamental principles of advocacy, social justice and leadership development. Program dates for 2021: Session 1: January 24–April 1, 2022 Session 2: April 11– June 30, 2022