Human Services and Gerontology Programs
Developed in partnership with human service professionals, scholars and community members, these programs increase the capacity of individuals, organizations, and communities to respond effectively to human needs and potentials.
For more information about the programs listed here, or the opportunity to work in partnership for the development of educational activities that address special needs, contact Andrea Hansen, at 608.785.6509 or hansen.andr@uwlax.edu.
Human Services and Community Development
Gerontology and Long Term Care
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Aging Matters
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Human Services and Community Development
2010 Suicide Prevention Summit
Sept. 15, 2010
Autism Spectrum Disorders Certificate Program
June 14-17, 2010
Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders (2 credits UG/GRAD, plus additional online 1 credit (UG/GRAD)
June 14-17, 2010; plus follow-up meeting June 25, 2010
Online: Aug. 23-Dec. 8, 2010
Midwest Autism Conference
Oct. 10-12, 2010
Gerontology and Long Term Care
3rd Annual Aging and Film: Stories from the Best Age
Jan. 29, 2010
Aging in Place:
A Seminar for Boomers, Seniors, Caregivers, Remodeling Professionals, Business Owners and the Rest of Us!
April 10, 2010
Coulee Region Long-Term Care Workforce Coalition Meetings
2010 Meeting Schedule: March 17, May 19
2010 Committee Meetings: Feb. 17 & April 21
Dementia Specialist Program: Best Practices
Feb. 23 & March 2, 2010
Drugs and Aging
Fall 2010
Essentials of Gerontology
Fall 2010
Family History: Passing it On
Spring 2010
Gerontology Certificate Program
Ongoing
Holistic Care to Improve Elders' Quality of Life
Feb. 13, 2010
Long Term Care Leadership Development Program
March 11, 25, April 8 & 22, 2010
Physiology of Aging
March 26 & 27, 2010
Professionalism in Caregiving
March 17, 2010
Psychology of Aging
April 10 & 17, 2010
Social Issues of Aging
Spring 2011
Special Discounts and Scholarships:
Students, senior citizens and members of the Coulee Region Long-Term Care Workforce Coalition can receive discounts on fees for select programs. Financial and respite care assistance is available to La Crosse county caregivers over the age of 60 or caring for someone over the age of 60, contact the Aging Unit at 608.785.9710. Scholarships are available for the Gerontology Certificate Program. Call 608.785.6508 or langaard.kare@uwlax.edu to request an application form.
