Autism in Older Adults
April 7, 2025
9 a.m. EST
Online
Webinar
Join us for this exclusive live webinar!
Explore the unique challenges faced by elderly individuals with autism and discover effective strategies for support and care in this exclusive webinar, hosted by Marie-Pier LeRoux.
The webinar will begin at 9am EST/10am AST and is one hour long.
This webinar will cover...
Discussion - discussion about the audience's experiences with autism, and autism in older adults.
Understanding autism in older adults - history of diagnoses, underdiagnoses or misdiagnoses, key differences between younger and older people living with autism, and the importance of proper diagnosis, no matter the age.
Challenges of aging with autism - social isolation, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, cognitive functioning, and co-occurring conditions like dementia.
Best practices for caregivers and healthcare providers - what are we doing right, and what could we be doing differently to reach a more person-centred approach.
Marie-Pier Leroux
Master's Student, Speaker
Marie-Pier is an Indigenous social worker and final year Master's student in Gerontology at the Universite de Sherbrooke. With a passion for advocacy, Marie-Pier has dedicated herself to supporting autistic individuals of all ages and fostering a deeper understanding of autism. She brings a rich background of practical experience, including work, where she is involved in both social work and HR, as well as past presentations and publications on Indigenous and autism-related topics. Known for her compassionate approach and commitment to culturally responsive care, Marie-Pier is excited to guide others in their journeys within this important field.