GAPC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Presented by Heather Hughes, DNP, PMHNP-BC, AGNP-BC - APRN, Optimum Health

This presentation will help guardians better understand commonly prescribed mental health medications and their role in treatment planning. Attendees will receive a high-level overview of the five primary categories of psychotropic medications, followed by a closer look at antipsychotics, including why certain medications may be selected over others. The session will also address concerns surrounding Haldol administration, medication interruptions during hospital stays, and the potential physiological and behavioral effects of stopping and restarting treatment. Designed to bridge gaps between mental health care and guardianship, this program will equip guardians with practical knowledge to support informed advocacy and continuity of care for their wards.

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WEDNESDAY - AUGUST 12, 2026

Virtual - Zoom | Noon to 1:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION

• Members - FREE (Included as a benefit of membership)
• Guests are invited to attend one meeting before submitting an application for membership. Email GAPC HERE for more information.
• • Guardian guests - FREE
  • Non-guardian guests - $25.00

All education programs will apply for one (1) hour CE for Professional Guardians

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PROGRAM SPONSOR

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SPEAKER BIO

Heather Hughes is a dedicated dual certified mental health nurse practitioner and founder of a private outpatient practice specializing in integrative and functional psychiatry. For the past nine years, Heather has helped individuals achieve lasting wellness through innovative treatments including Lens Neurofeedback and Spravato therapy. Her approach blends neuroscience, whole-person care, and evidence-based medicine to create personalized treatment plans that truly transform lives.