International Psychogeriatric Association- IPA

International Psychogeriatric Association- IPA Professional association working to improve mental health care for older adults.

05/05/2026

The IPA 2026 International Congress is Approaching! 🏛️🌿

Our Organizing Committee Chair, Anne Margriet Pot, extends a personal invitation from the Hortus Botanicus Leiden to attend this year’s most significant event in psychogeriatrics.

Connect with colleagues from around the world to explore new frontiers in the care of older adults. The exchange of transformative knowledge begins here!

🔗 Open registration available at: [Registration Link]

Member Spotlight: Dr. Ipsit Vahia at AAGP 2026 🏛️✨IPA celebrates the "Clinical Innovation" approach led by Dr. Ipsit Vah...
05/01/2026

Member Spotlight: Dr. Ipsit Vahia at AAGP 2026 🏛️✨

IPA celebrates the "Clinical Innovation" approach led by Dr. Ipsit Vahia. From adapting therapy principles to utilizing AI and VR, these 2026 posters demonstrate how creativity can solve the workforce shortage in geriatrics.

Impactful, simple, and ready for global dissemination. This is the future of psychogeriatrics!

🔗 Check out the full update: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ipsit-vahia_aagp2026-vr-autism-activity-7451975514627534848-6_5h?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAckNQUBJSmLRJ8tLc3-19Ky0ICfxtOJGEg

LAST CHANCE: May 1 Deadline for Awards 🏛️✨IPA recognizes extraordinary contributions to geriatric mental health. This ...
04/29/2026

LAST CHANCE: May 1 Deadline for Awards 🏛️✨

IPA recognizes extraordinary contributions to geriatric mental health. This is your final call to submit nominations for the Junior Research and Distinguished Service Awards, to be presented at our International Congress.

Do not wait until the last minute. Review all eligibility criteria and finalize your submission by Saturday, May 1.

🔗 Full Details & Submission Portal: https://www.ipa-online.org/events/awards/ipa-jr-research-awards-submissions
📧 Contact info@ipa-online.org for support.

04/28/2026

Connect with the visionaries behind ! 🇳🇱✨

Join Congress Organizing Committee Chairs, Monique Caljouw and Anne Margriet Pot, as they invite you to Leiden for a transformative experience in psychogeriatrics. Don't miss the chance to be part of the global dialogue shaping the future of mental health for older people.

See you in the Netherlands! > 📍 Leiden | July 1–3, 2026 🔗 Register today:https://ipa2025congress.my.canva.site/ic26/registration-rates

04/28/2026

Connect with the visionaries behind ! 🇳🇱✨

Join Congress Organizing Committee Chairs, Monique Caljouw and Anne Margriet Pot, as they invite you to Leiden for a transformative experience in psychogeriatrics. Don't miss the chance to be part of the global dialogue shaping the future of mental health for older people.

See you in the Netherlands! > 📍 Leiden | July 1–3, 2026 🔗 Register today:https://ipa2025congress.my.canva.site/ic26/registration-rates

04/27/2026

Now Online: New Research in International Psychogeriatrics 🏛️✅

Explore our April 2026 publications covering vital topics from verbal episodic memory and AAD treatment patterns in Canada to meta-analyses on depression and health equity in dementia diagnosis.

Don't miss these contributions from global experts in geriatric mental health.

🔗 Access the latest "In Press" articles: https://www.intpsychogeriatrics.org/inpress

The Countdown is On: May 1st Deadline for Junior Researchers! ⏳🏆Ready to present your research on a global stage in Leid...
04/23/2026

The Countdown is On: May 1st Deadline for Junior Researchers! ⏳🏆

Ready to present your research on a global stage in Leiden? Success lies in the details. The IPA Junior Research Awards committee seeks original, unpublished work that follows our rigorous submission standards.

Avoid disqualification by checking these boxes:
✅ Blind Review Ready: Ensure page 3 contains only the title—no names or affiliations!
✅ Format Check: Microsoft Word, double-spaced, max 30 pages of text.
✅ Citations: Use the Harvard referencing system.

Don’t miss the chance to earn a $1,500 grant and a complimentary year of IPA membership.

🔗 Visit https://www.ipa-online.org/events/awards/ipa-jr-research-awards-submissions for the full checklist and submission email!

2026 Junior Research Awards: Ensure a Successful Submission 🏛️📜The International Psychogeriatric Association (IPA) invit...
04/23/2026

2026 Junior Research Awards: Ensure a Successful Submission 🏛️📜

The International Psychogeriatric Association (IPA) invites junior investigators from all disciplines and cultures to submit their original research for the 2026 competition. With a deadline of May 1st, now is the time to finalize your manuscript according to our official regulations.

Our global panel of scientists and clinicians selects winners based solely on the merit of the research. To facilitate this, please follow the multi-page submission format exactly as outlined on our website, including the "blinded" title page to protect the integrity of the selection process.

Award Highlights:
✈️ $1,500 USD toward travel and accommodations for the Leiden Congress.
🎫 Complimentary Congress registration.
🤝 One-year IPA membership.

Detailed Regulations & Submission Email 🔗 https://www.ipa-online.org/events/awards/ipa-jr-research-awards-submissions

04/21/2026

A Message from the President: Adriana P. Hermida, MD 🏛️📜

The International Psychogeriatric Association (IPA) is proud to recognize our President, Dr. Adriana Hermida, for her exceptional contributions to geriatric psychiatry and her recent professional honors.

Dr. Hermida’s leadership is rooted in a commitment to excellence and global unity. Her latest message outlines the strategic direction of the IPA and the ongoing importance of evidence-based care for the aging population.

We encourage all members and affiliates to read the complete address on our website.

🌐 Read more at: https://www.ipa-online.org/about/presidents-message

04/20/2026

Advance your practice at : Workshop 2 🏛️

How do we balance risk management with the preservation of dignity? Workshop 2: "Preserving Dignity While Managing Risk" offers a deep dive into sexually inappropriate behavior in dementia.

Led by Dr. Debanjan Banerjee and Dr. Preethy Kathiresan, this half-day session is essential for clinicians looking for evidence-based, non-pharmacological strategies and ethical frameworks in psychogeriatrics.

📧 Inquiries & Registration: Contact the IPA Secretariat at info@ipa-online.org
🌐 Full Congress Program: [Link to Website]

04/17/2026

Registration for is Open! 🧠🏛️

Are you planning to join us in Leiden this July? Make sure to review our updated registration rates to benefit from the Early Bird discount.

The IPA is committed to diversity and academic growth, providing differentiated fees for:

Members and Non-Members

Students and Retired Professionals

Low/Middle-Income Country delegates

Visit our official registration site to explore the full fee schedule. For any specific questions or special cases, our team is here to help—contact us via our website’s support channel.

Registration Rates & Register 🔗https://ipa2025congress.my.canva.site/ic26/registration-rates

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