As part of the Community Consultation Team (CCT) continuing education series for those who provide services to Milwaukee County residents with developmental disabilities, the Behavioral Health Division is offering this workshop on detecting and managing physical illness in this population. This workshop is especially for staff who provide direct care services to individuals with a developmental disability. It is presented by CCT’s Patricia White, RN and is designed to help participants gain a better understanding of specific health conditions and how they manifest in these individuals. Effective management of medical issues can have a positive impact on behavior and greatly improve the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.

In this workshop, specific health conditions that are prevalent among individuals with developmental disabilities will be described. These include diabetes, constipation, aspiration, dehydration, and seizures. Specific risk factors, signs and symptoms, treatment options, and intervention strategies will be discussed. Workshop information will be presented through lecture, PowerPoint and video material, case examples, and small group discussion of case vignettes. Participants will receive a detailed program handout and upon completion of the training will receive a certificate of attendance.

After completion of this workshop participants will:

Ø Have a better understanding of the health disparities between individuals with developmental disabilities and the general population

Ø Be more aware of identifying pain in individuals who have limited communication abilities

Ø Better understand risk factors and signs and symptoms of common medical issues among individuals with developmental disabilities

Ø Have greater knowledge of specific intervention strategies for these common medical issues

Ø Be more aware of agency roles and responsibilities for managing these medical problems

Pre-registration is required as enrollment is limited. If you are unable to attend after registering, please contact us to cancel so we may register someone else. This workshop is offered 3-4 times throughout the year.

Please arrive early to avoid traffic and parking issues and so that we may start the workshop on time. Sign-in Begins at 8:30 am and the workshopd begin at 9 am.

For more information on CCT workshops, visit the CCT website: www.mkebhd.com/cct