On-Demand CE Training
ODL 282: Empowering Independence: An Overview of Free or Low-Cost Assistive Technology Resources for Aging and Disabled Individuals
Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.
1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:
Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Psychologists
APA – This course is not approved for APA Contact hours.
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour
Addiction Professionals
NAADAC – This course is not approved for NAADAC Contact hours.
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour
Created On: 6/25/24 Revised On: 11/24/25
Target Audience:
This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses and case managers.
Overview:
Throughout all phases of our clients’ lifespans, helping professionals are tasked with understanding and locating appropriate resources (especially resources that are free or affordable) for their clients who are aging and/or disabled. In this comprehensive overview of assistive technology (AT) resources, helping professionals will enhance their knowledge of free or low-cost options to help their clients of all ages who are disabled or aging. Using a case study model, this training will focus on Georgia’s Tools for Life program as a representative example of AT services and will also show participants how to locate programs in their states. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of AT, its applications, and how it can significantly improve the lives of individuals with disabilities, including the aging population. Additionally, the course will explore various funding options and provide real-life case scenarios to illustrate the practical use of AT in different situations.
Course Objectives:
By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:
- Define Assistive Technology (AT) and its role in enhancing independence and improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, including the aging population.
- Identify key AT programs and services provided by AT Resource Centers, with a specific focus on Georgia’s Tools for Life program and understand the range of AT options and funding sources available.
- Apply knowledge of AT to real-life case scenarios involving individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions, demonstrating the ability to recommend suitable AT solutions, make appropriate referrals, and assess potential funding needs for clients.
Presenter:
Triff Cook, MBA, CMC served as the Director of Client Services for over 15 years at a large home care company. In addition, Triff is also a Geriatric Care Manager. A Geriatric Care Manager is a health and human services specialist who helps families who are caring for older relatives. The Geriatric Care Manager is trained and experienced in any of several fields related to care management. Triff is certified in Alzheimer’s Care and is a resource for families of older adults and others with chronic needs, including helping those suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease or Parkinson’s or exhibiting symptoms of dementia. She speaks often to groups on topics related to healthy aging.
Triff is a graduate of Dartmouth College and has an MBA from Emory University. She received her certification in Geriatric Care Management in 2009 from the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, now known as Aging Life Care Association. A resident of Atlanta since 1980, Triff paints gardens and is learning to play bridge-a game long associated with healthy aging!