Category Topics

Open Forum

A forum open to all APTA Geriatrics members to create new conversation threads for discussion, questions, and collaboration.
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Geriatric Clinical Specialist Examination Prep

A forum dedicated to supporting members who are working toward their Geriatrics Clinical Specialty certification or Advance Proficiency Pathway.
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State Advocates Forum

A forum for the APTA Geriatrics State Advocates who work at the local level to advocate for older adults. State Advocates provide two-way communication between APTA Geriatrics and the state chapter. This forum is for APTA Geriatrics State Advocates to gather, discuss ideas, and engage with each other.
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Students Forum

A forum for connecting with other students, sharing resources, and facilitating discussions. This is a gathering place for APTA Geriatrics Students only.
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Leadership Forum

A forum for the APTA Geriatrics Leadership Chat group which consists of leaders of committees, SIGs, and key programs of APTA Geriatrics. This space will serve as a way to connect the members of the leadership chat group through discussions, updates, and information sharing.
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Balance & Falls SIG

A forum through which individuals who have a common interest in physical therapy for ageing adults with a risk of falls and balance problems may meet and promote evidence-informed care through education, clinical practice, research, volunteerism, and community outreach.
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Bone Health SIG

A forum through which individuals having a common interest in physical therapy for bone health and osteoporosis may connect and promote education, clinical practice, and research.
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Cognitive & Mental Health SIG

A forum for sharing information and resources and promoting professional networking and advocacy efforts related to cognitive and mental health issues and behaviors in geriatric physical therapy. The SIG will foster the creation and collaboration of relationships among individuals with a common interest in physical therapy for ageing adults with cognitive and mental health issues and behaviors to advance geriatric physical therapy practice knowledge and skills.
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Health Promotion & Wellness SIG

A forum to enhance health promotion and wellness practice among physical therapy professionals working with ageing adults. The SIG supports this goal through education, clinical practice, research, and partnership with other health promotion organizations and initiatives.
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Skilled Nursing Facility SIG

A forum for sharing information and resources and promoting professional networking and advocacy efforts among members related to the sub-acute rehabilitation/skilled nursing facility practice settings.
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Global Health for Aging Adults SIG

A forum to increase awareness of geriatric physical therapy and advance geriatric physical therapy practice across the globe, encourage international clinicians and students’ activities, and facilitate global partnerships.
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Residency & Fellowship SIG

A forum to foster the development, growth, and participation of geriatric residency and fellowship programs, including those engaged in existing programs (both faculty and participants) and those interested in developing new programs. Furthermore, students and others interested in becoming a resident can become members of the SIG to network.
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