04/15/2026
Please join the NYC Regional Addiction Resource Center's
Substance Use Committee
Wednesday, May 6th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Older Americans Month
"Addressing Ageism in Our Work"*
Alexandra Webb, LCSW (she/her)
Senior Vice-President for Training & Initiative
*Older adults are the fastest growing segment of the population in New York State, yet most do not receive the healthcare and support they need, due in part to ageism.
Ageism is more than a societal bias; it affects the physical and mental health and overall well-being of older people every day. As behavioral health providers, we play a critical role in challenging harmful stereotypes about aging to improve outcomes for the older adults we support.
In this session, we will define ageism and examine its impact on the social determinants of health, reflect on our own internalized bias, and explore the use of age-affirming language when speaking with and advocating on behalf of older adults.
To register please go to" at: https://www.rarc-iuany.org
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