Instructor: Jaime Smiley

Biography: Jaime Smiley, MS, OTR/L, CAPS is an occupational therapist who now serves as a healthcare consultant, educator, and Aging in Place consultant. Jaime is a 2001 graduate of VCU's occupational therapy program. She has over 22 years of experience in senior care as a therapist, director, clinical educator, and vice president of therapy services. Jaime is also an adjunct instructor in VCU's Department of Occupational Therapy. Her passion lies in helping the aging population secure healthy lifestyle options as well as providing training to encourage seniors to become educated consumers of services.

Classes by this instructor

Navigating the Healthcare Continuum

Senior Living options are numerous. Let's examine options for healthcare services and senior living in the Richmond area, reviewing types of services available at different healthcare and senior living communities. We will then connect this information to insurance and payment options. By the end of the course attendees will have a better understanding of the options that are available as well as be prepared with questions to ask providers as they navigate the healthcare continuum.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, TBD - UR Campus

Staying Safe in Your Home

A majority of seniors wish to age in place in their homes. This short course will review a variety of strategies and modifications to help seniors stay safe and independent in their homes as long as possible. From very simple, low-cost options to more extensive and expensive options, this course will have a little something for everyone!
Thursday, December 4, 2025, TBD - UR Campus