Join us for a full day of practical, timely education designed specifically for Oklahoma Residential Care and Assisted Living professionals. Our fall seminar brings together knowledgeable industry experts to explore current topics impacting resident care, staff, facility operations, and the ever-changing residential care environment.

Attendees will gain practical knowledge, new perspectives, and resources they can take back to their facilities and put into practice—while earning valuable continuing education and connecting with fellow professionals.

What the Program Covers:

AM Sessions:

• *Caregiver Wellness, Communication & Workplace Culture — Explore practical strategies for managing stress, setting healthy boundaries, and preventing burnout while strengthening communication, professionalism, workplace culture, and resident outcomes.

• Insurance & Business Coverage — Gain insight into selecting appropriate insurance coverage for your business, with practical guidance and an opportunity to ask questions about navigating insurance needs.

• Fall Prevention & Risk Reduction — Identify common causes of falls and learn practical techniques and strategies to reduce fall risk and promote resident safety.

• Diabetes & New Medication Updates — Increase your understanding of newer diabetes medications and injections, insulin and carbohydrate management, and the risks, recognition, and treatment of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.

Lunch courtesy of My Care

PM Sessions:

• Elevating the Resident Dining Experience — Discover how intentional interactions throughout the dining experience can improve resident satisfaction, perceptions, and overall dining experiences without requiring major operational changes.

• *Age-Informed & Age-Inclusive Care — Explore why reframing aging matters and how aging and behavioral health intersect, with a focus on creating more age-informed and inclusive environments.

• *Supporting the Journey Toward Independent Living — Learn how to identify housing opportunities and community resources, assess resident readiness, and develop individualized plans that support greater independence, safety, and long-term success. 

• *Opioid Awareness & Emergency Preparedness — Examine hidden opioid-related risks in residential care and assisted living and explore practical ways to recognize risks, respond to emergencies, and create a safer, more prepared care environment.

*Meets ODMHSAS Administrator Annual Training Requirements

Who should attend:

Professionals in residential care, behavioral health, and long‑term care settings seeking high‑quality CE that is practical, relevant, and immediately applicable. 

An 8‑hour continuing education program designed for Residential Care Administrators and Behavioral Health Case Managers who want to strengthen core competencies and elevate the quality of care in their communities. This full‑day training blends regulatory essentials, practical skill‑building, and real‑world application across the most critical areas of resident and consumer support.

What the program covers:

AM Sessions:

• Dementia Care — Key indicators, communication approaches, and person‑centered practices for residents living with dementia.

• *3‑Hour Ethics — Foundations of ethical decision‑making, boundaries, professional conduct, and real‑scenario application.

PM Sessions:

• New‑Hire Process Improvement — Tools and approaches to strengthen onboarding, reduce turnover, and build confident, well‑prepared staff.

• Insurance & Systems Navigation — Essential updates and guidance for supporting residents and consumers through coverage and service access.

• *Co‑Occurring Disorders (1 Hour) — Understanding dual diagnoses and supporting individuals with layered behavioral health needs.

• *Behavior Management (1 Hour) — Practical strategies for de‑escalation, communication, and maintaining safe, supportive environments.

*Meets ODMHSAS Administrator Annual Training Requirements

Who should attend:

Professionals in residential care, behavioral health, and long‑term care settings seeking high‑quality CE that is practical, relevant, and immediately applicable.