Parents, Partners, Children: Navigating Tough Conversations Around Aging and Caregiving
Part of UWRA's Aging Well series
The life changes that come with aging may lead to challenging conversations regarding future health, caregiving, or financial matters. Whether you need to communicate with a parent, a partner, or an adult child, these conversations can be sensitive and emotionally charged, often touching on questions of autonomy, independence and trust.
In this one-hour online session, David La Fazia, PhD, MSW, an experienced social worker and gerontology expert, will guide you through a process of planning and preparation that will help lead to clear and compassionate communication.
Speakers
David La Fazia, PhD, MSW
Co-Chair, Clinical Social Work Specialization, UW School of Social Work
Director, Certificate in Gerontology Program, University of Washington
David La Fazia brings over 30 years of experience working with older adults and their caregivers. His extensive career spans clinical social work in assisted living, nursing centers, sub-acute rehabilitation, and adult day health programs. He has also worked with diverse and underserved communities, including LGBTQ+ older adults and caregivers, and developed evidence-based programs to address mood, behavioral issues, and sleep disturbances in individuals with dementia and their families.
David currently serves as Co-Chair of the Clinical Social Work Specialization at the School of Social Work and Director of the Certificate in Gerontology Program at the University of Washington. David’s passion for empowering caregivers and advocating for vulnerable populations shines through in his teaching, training, and public speaking.