26th John K. Friesen & 20th British Columbia Psychogeriatric Association Conference

This conference will discuss innovations in addressing continuing as well as new mental health challenges that people experience in their later years.
Keynote speakers and expert panels will also describe online and paper tools that aid in diagnosing and monitoring mental health problems,  person-centred approaches and “best practices” with respect to treatment, and support services available in the local community. They will address ethical and legal issues for the person, family, health professionals and policy makers related to care (who, where it will be provided), competency assessment and income and assets management (who, what, with what accountability), dying and death (including bereavement support). 
Other topics include cultural and religious differences in approaches to promoting mental health in later life, the impact of insecurity concerning housing, e-mental health promotion and services.