Kevin
Grunden,
MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
InnovAge Virginia PACE - Blue Ridge
Kevin Grunden is a Speech-Language Pathologist at Blue Ridge PACE in Charlottesville, Va. He received M.S. degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from James Madison University in 2000. He has been specializing in swallowing disorders and dementia management for 25 years. He has contributed to the development of Speech – Language Pathology services in a variety of settings including acute care, outpatient, SNF / LTC and PACE (Program for All Inclusive Care for the Elderly). His current focus is on development of a program for non-pharmacological management of dementia to facilitate aging in place.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Background: High-quality geriatrics education and care include interprofessional collaboration rooted in mutual respect and shared values. Grounded in the 4Ms of Age-Friendly Care, the Creating Interprofessional Readiness for Complex & Aging Adults (CIRCAA) program is a continuing education program for healthcare practitioners seeking practice-based geriatrics training. Scholars assess their interprofessional readiness and geriatrics knowledge and experience at baseline and completion.Methods:Longitudinal assessment and demographic data from four cohorts (2020-2023) were analyzed. Change…