Date: Thursday, September 19

Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm ET

Presenter: Kristi Wood, MSW, CAPSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Cost: Free

Description: Do you want to get more involved in advocacy efforts, but worry that you don’t have the time? Curious about leadership opportunities, but are not sure where to start? Being a board member, serving on a legislative committee, and contacting your legislators are exciting experiences that take less time than you may think. This student series event will break down some of the barriers to macro level careers and volunteer opportunities. Come share your experiences and learn from longtime NASW volunteer and elected leader, Kristi Wood, MSW, CAPSW, about her journey and advice to the next generation of social workers. Free for all to attend!

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Date: Tuesday, October 22 2024

Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm CT 

Presenter: Adana Cranfield (she/her), DSW, LCSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom Meeting

Cost: 1.0 CEU (fulfills IL Implicit Bias Training requirement) / $15 Nonmember / $10 NASW Member

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Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT 

Presenter: Ali F. Turfe (he/him), MA, SpSchPsy, LLP

Virtual Platform: Zoom Meeting

Cost: 1.0 CEU / $15 Nonmember / $10 NASW Member

Description: Learn mindfulness meditation practices in this experiential self-care presentation that will review MBSR literature, demonstrate 6 formal mindfulness practices and inquiry, and show two mindfulness practices to reduce stress during communication.

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Date: Friday, September 6, 2024

Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT 

Presenter: Ali F. Turfe (he/him), MA, SpSchPsy, LLP

Virtual Platform: Zoom Meeting

Cost: 1.0 CEU / $15 Nonmember / $10 NASW Member

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Date: Thursday, February 13

Time: 12:00pm to 1:30pm CDT

Presenter: Elizabeth Gould, MSW, LCSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Cost: 1.5 CEUs* (fulfills IL Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Training requirement)

Description: Currently, an estimated 6.5 million Americans age 65 and older are living with dementia. Individuals and families are struggling with how to navigate getting a diagnosis, living with dementia, and obtaining support. Participants will learn about four common dementia diagnoses, the diagnostic process including screening and assessment, effective communication strategies, understanding behavior and dementia care management and care planning, and supported decision making.

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