Dr. Joseph Casciani
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Dr. Joseph Casciani
Dr. Joseph Casciani has a decades-long history in long-term care as a psychologist and manager of mental health practices. He was awarded the first contracts from the California Department of Aging in 1982 to develop mental health training for the state’s nursing homes. For 16 years, he was the clinical lead for a large mental health practice where he oversaw mental health programs to patients in hundreds of nursing homes, in eight states.
He is the past President of Psychologists in Long-Term Care, and a former Board Member of a national consortium of geropsychology training programs. In addition, he is the author of the Handbook of Health and Behavior, along with an online program on reducing anti-psychotic medication in nursing homes, and other publications. Formerly, he managed psychology group practices for nursing homes, and is now a consultant, public speaker, and trainer. Concept Healthcare (also known as CoHealth) were his multi-state practices, named to emphasize the importance of behavioral health concepts in the care of older adults.
Posts
How Does the Air Quality in Our Homes Affect Our Health?
Here's a look at the relationship between poor air quality and respiratory-borne illness.
Is the Current Long-term Care System Untenable for the Baby Boomer Generation?
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Chronic Pain Reset: Unmasking the Brain’s Role in Processing Pain
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Why Current Housing is Not Conducive to Longevity (or, Aging in Place)
What are the financial, personal, and logistical arguments for aging in place?
Environments that Foster Wellness
What can be done to our homes that allow us to age in place and at the same time stay connected with our community?
Career and Post-Career Satisfaction with Anthony Kuo
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