Nutrient Needs and Changes as the Body Ages

Includes a Live Web Event on 10/13/2025 at 9:00 AM (EDT)

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    • Carmelite Home staff - $60
    • Sisters Aging Well Together - $60

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Webinar Content
The physical body has unique nutrients needs that change as we age. This presentation will highlight these changes and explore how we can utilize our nutrient intake to maximize our health. It will integrate evidence-based nutrition strategies to enhance quality of life, promote functional independence, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Participants will explore the human microbiome and learn how food choices can affect individuals levels of depression, aggression, obesity and dementia.
1.0 CE Hour
Learning Outcome(s):
Following this webinar, participants will be able to:
  • Apply evidence-based nutrition strategies to address age-related changes, support functional independence, and evaluate the impact of the microbiome and diet on chronic disease and mental health in older adults. 
Criteria for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits, participants must watch the entire webinar, record and submit verification codes, and submit an evaluation form. A certificate of attendance will be available after the webinar.
2025 October Long-Term Care Webinar Series Continuing Education Information
Nursing Home Administrators: This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 8.0 total participant hours by NAB/NCERS —Approval #20261012-8-A114770-DL.
Catholic Chaplains: This educational program has been submitted to the National Association of Catholic Chaplains for approval to grant Continuing Education Hours.
Dietitians (Registered): This educational program has been submitted to the Commission on Dietetic Registration for approval to award Continuing Professional Education Units.
Nurses: This nursing continuing professional development activity was submitted to the Northeast Multistate Division Education Unit, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
New York State Social Workers: Avila Institute of Gerontology, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education  Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0265. Participants can earn 8.0 Contact Hours.
More Information
If you have any questions or concerns about registering and attending the webinar, or about continuing education, please contact support@avilainstitute.org.

Helen Battisti, PhD, RDN, CDN

Battisti Management Affiliates

Dr. Battisti is a Health Promotion Specialist, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a former Assistant Professor and the Director of the Coordinated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics in the department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Marywood University, Scranton, Pennsylvania. She maintains a virtual practice as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist working with individuals and organizations interested in improving and maintaining their health. Her areas of research include both childhood and geriatric health and obesity. 

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