Healthy Aging for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Presentation:Healthy Aging for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Synopsis: This presentation will provide an overview of aging issues in the I/DD population, including historical perspectives, demographic changes, and basic theories of aging, general aging changes associated with major bodily systems. Syndrome specific aging-related chronic diseases requiring greater surveillance will be highlighted. The presentation will conclude with information on family caregiving and the specific concerns caregivers of older adults with I/DD.