Conference Summary
This one-day conference will provide current information and resources to assist you in working through challenging issues in disability management.
Peter Gove will begin the day talking about the changing landscape of mental health diagnoses, touching on whether normal, expected bouts of sadness become “medicalized”.
Dr. Poulin will then provide insight to help us to understand the effects of cannabis on the brain and how we can recognize when problems might be developing, and how to limit potential harms from using cannabis. In the afternoon
Shannon Gander will explore some of the more challenging aspects of conversations- from disagreement on best approach to returning a client to work to working with a client who seems stuck or unmotivated. The day will conclude with an inspirational presentation from Paul Krismer who will share simple applicable skills that will lead to your own personal happiness which will in turn positively influence those around you.
Who Should Attend?
- case managers and rehabilitation consultants
- members of the medical and health care communities
- employers and unions
- human resource professionals
- social workers
CCRC, CVRP and RRP credits are available for attendance at the conference. Proof of attendance certificates will be available upon request.