3:00-4:00 p.m

145-E. How a Trauma-Informed Approach Can Promote Workforce Wellness

Many older Americans will experience at least one traumatic event that affects their physical, mental, and social health. This session will propose that trauma also affects the people who care for older adults, and that a person-centered, trauma-informed (PCTI) approach can enhance the health and well-being of these caregivers. Presenters will describe the implementation of PCTI, highlight the model's potential to improve workforce wellness, and offer solutions to reduce staff vacancies, decrease turnover, and attract new talent. You'll take home practical tips for integrating PCTI principles into organizational policies and procedures that benefit team members, care recipients, family caregivers, volunteers, and organizations providing care.

• Carly Bruski, Assistant Director, Strategic Partnerships, The Jewish Federations of North America — Washington, DC, USA
• Mohini Mishra, VP, Senior Communities, Selfhelp Community Services — New York, NY, US
• Omar Lebron, Director of Employee Experience, Selfhelp Community Services — New York, NY, US
• Robyn Stone, Strategic Advisor, LeadingAge — Washington, DC, US