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7:30 am – 8:15 am Main Hall 8:15 am – 8:25 am Main Hall

Check-In – Continental Breakfast

Master of Ceremonies Gene Kennedy , Senior Public Information Specialist Riverside County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) Welcome Charity Douglas , Director Riverside County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) Barry Dewing , Assistant Director Riverside County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS)

8:25 am – 8:55 am Main Hall

8:55 am – 9:55 am Main Hall

Opening General Session Maureen DuMouchel, JD Deputy District Attorney IV Special Prosecutions Region, Major Elder Abuse Riverside County District Attorney’s Office

Addressing Communication Challenges within Elder and Dependent Adult Sub-populations. Understanding and communicating effectively with elder and dependent adults who are victims of abuse are necessary skills for Adult Protective Services, law enforcement, district attorneys, and other professionals. The presentation will cover new strategies for effective interviewing and include techniques that can be used for victims with cognitive impairments, developmental delays and limited verbal abilities. Participants of this keynote will develop a broader understanding of these unique populations and learn how to get the information they need when interviewing and assessing victims.

9:55 am – 10:00 am Main Hall

Master of Ceremonies Gene Kennedy , Senior Public Information Specialist Riverside County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS)

10:00 am – 10:10 am

Break (Transition to Breakout Session 1)

Riverside Convention Center Wi-Fi Access Network Name: EDAAS 24 • Password: dependent (Event attendee use ONLY)

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2024 Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Symposium