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1078 - Developing Rapport with Older Adults Made EASY!

1078 - Developing Rapport with Older Adults Made EASY!

Update: 2025-09-19
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00:00 Introduction & Overview


00:15 Defining Rapport & Its Importance


01:00 Impact of Lacking Rapport


01:50 Meeting Clients Where They Are


02:44 Consistency & Attachment Behaviors


03:42 Building Trust Through Consistency


04:46 Learning About Client Culture


05:32 Validating and Accepting Older Adults


06:18 Gaining Insight Into Client's Background


07:16 Nonverbal Cues & Acceptance


08:06 Generational Differences and Life Experiences


08:46 Emotional Responsiveness & Validation


09:48 Encouragement & Supporting Independence


11:00 Facing Fears & Stepping Out of Comfort Zones


11:46 Environmental Stability & Safety


12:48 Communication: Consistency, Acceptance, Responsiveness


14:07 Overcoming Communication Barriers


15:09 Cognitive Slowing & Allowing Processing Time


15:35 Vision, Hearing, and External Communication Barriers


17:11 Powerlessness, Trauma & Emotional Triggers


18:01 Past Trauma and Current Impact on Communication


19:14 Treatment Engagement and Advocacy


21:25 Connection, Regret, and Finding Meaning


22:27 Cultural and Generational Norms in Questioning Authority


23:28 Fostering Questions & Advocacy for Clients


24:00 Fears About Asking Questions & Being Judged


25:42 Hopelessness, Empowerment & Intervention


26:42 Fears About Losing Control & Institutionalization


27:32 Treatment Non-Compliance & Communication Gaps


28:35 Open Dialogue & Empowering Choices


29:13 Hidden Barriers to Communication


30:12 Communication Basics: Clarity and Directness


31:09 Asking Direct Questions & Advocating for the Client


32:55 Creating Accessible Environments


33:37 Finding Shared Interests & Setting a Positive Mood


34:47 Avoiding Jargon and Ensuring Understanding


35:40 Cultural Sensitivity & Individual Preferences


36:27 Fostering Privacy & Confidentiality


40:23 ACE: Ask, Collaborate, Empower


42:03 Goal-Setting & Addressing Barriers Together


43:01 Motivational Collaboration & Empowerment


44:08 Synergy and Win-Win Solutions


45:54 Effective Communication Techniques


47:48 Frequent Summarizing & Open-Ended Questions


48:47 Pacing Questions and Avoiding Confrontation


49:58 Alternative Perspectives & Teach Backs


51:06 Nonverbal Communication & Engagement


52:15 Dress, Presentation, and Self-Concept


53:05 Physical and Nutritional Health Insights


56:03 Building and Maintaining Rapport


57:14 Reflecting on Rapport in Practice


59:20 Key Takeaways & Applying to Everyday Life


01:00:29 Processing Loss When Rapport Ends


01:03:39 Growing Demand & Training Needs in Elder Care


01:05:32 Certification & Continuing Education Resources


01:05:43 Closing Remarks & Advocacy Tips

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1078 - Developing Rapport with Older Adults Made EASY!

1078 - Developing Rapport with Older Adults Made EASY!

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes