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Inclusion Academy, Culturally Responsive Care: Culturally Responsive Care for Neurodivergent Patients
October 22, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
An Examination of Neuronormativity and Affirming Care Principles to Enhance Equitable, Inclusive Service Delivery for All Patients
Join us for an engaging and practical webinar that explores how neurodiversity intersects with health of older adults”>Health“>healthcare delivery. Participants will examine the concept of neuronormativity and its influence on clinical interactions, diagnostic processes, and service systems. Through real-world examples and evidence-informed strategies, attendees will gain actionable tools for creating more inclusive, affirming experiences for neurodivergent patients.
This session emphasizes a strengths-based, culturally responsive approach that recognizes and respects diverse ways of thinking, communicating, processing information, and engaging with healthcare services. Whether you work in direct patient care, administration, care coordination, or support services, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help foster more accessible and welcoming healthcare environments for all.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the impact of neuronormative assumptions on patient care, including communication styles, diagnostic practices, and service delivery.
- Identify common barriers neurodivergent individuals face in healthcare settings, including sensory, communication, and systemic challenges.
- Apply affirming, strengths-based approaches when interacting with neurodivergent patients across clinical and service environments.
Empower your health system with the knowledge and skills needed to support neurodivergent patients with dignity, respect, and inclusivity while advancing more equitable healthcare outcomes
The following credits have been approved for this webinar session:
- AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ – 1 Credit(s)
- PSNA – 1 Credit(s)
Details
Date:
October 22
Time:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Event Categories:
Continuing Education, Engagement
Venue
- Webinar
Organizer
- Office Health Advancement and Community Engagement (OHACE)
- Emailohace@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
- View Organizer Website
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