Working with older persons with intellectual disability - 11 NOV 26
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA)
About this session
A free member-only session of the National Working with Older People (Aged Care) Interest Group featuring a presentation on working with older persons with intellectual disability. The group provides opportunities for occupational therapists to connect, learn, share resources, and advocate for the occupational therapy role in aged care settings.
Meeting Details
Topic: Working with Older Persons with Intellectual Disability. Date: Wednesday 11 November 2026. Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM AEDT (VIC, NSW, ACT, TAS); 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM SA; 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM QLD; 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM NT; 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM WA. Platform: Zoom Webinar. Registrants will receive login details one business day prior.
Registration Information
This is a free, member-only session. Non-members should contact OTA to discuss attendance options. Registrations close Monday 9 November 2026 at 11:59pm AEDT. Members must join the National Working with Older People (Aged Care) Interest Group Community via OTA Connect before registering.
About the Presenter
Dr. E. Adel Herge is Professor and Coordinator of the BS OTD Program at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. She provides occupational therapy services for individuals with intellectual disability and dementia, is certified in Skills2Care©, and is co-creator of Skills2Care©-ID for caregivers of individuals with intellectual disability and dementia.
Important Notes
This meeting will not be recorded. Participants must have a free Zoom account before the meeting. Material shared is general in nature for peer discussion only. OTA does not necessarily endorse content delivered and accepts no liability for consequences from adhering to shared content.