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This document is a transcript of a presentation on the topic of diversity among older adults living with serious mental illness (SMI). The presentation was given by Crystal M. Glover, a social psychologist and health equity researcher. The focus of the presentation is to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities faced by older adults with SMI and how to provide culturally compatible and aging-friendly care to this population.<br /><br />The presentation begins by highlighting the Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness (CSS-SMI), which is an initiative funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and implemented by the American Psychiatric Association (APA).<br /><br />The presenter discusses the shifting demographics of older adults with SMI and the importance of addressing diversity in aging, including racial, ethnic, linguistic, faith-based, and sexual orientation and identity diversity.<br /><br />The presentation emphasizes the impact of cognitive changes associated with aging and the importance of providing culturally competent and aging-friendly care for older adults with SMI. It also explores the role of family support and the three acts (cognitive, physical, and social) in promoting resilience and coping.<br /><br />The presenter mentions several challenges faced by diverse aging populations with SMI, such as disparities in healthcare, treatment, and quality of life. Strategies for providing aging-friendly care are discussed, including the need for collaboration and continuous cultural competency training for healthcare providers.<br /><br />The presentation concludes with a list of resources for further information and a question and answer session with the presenter.<br /><br />Overall, this presentation provides valuable insights into the unique challenges faced by older adults with SMI and highlights the importance of providing culturally compatible and aging-friendly care to this population.
Keywords
diversity
older adults
serious mental illness
SMI
Crystal M. Glover
health equity researcher
Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness
aging-friendly care
cognitive changes
cultural competency training
Funding for SMI Adviser was made possible by Grant No. SM080818 from SAMHSA of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, SAMHSA/HHS or the U.S. Government.
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