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Substance use in older adults is receiving increased attention. As the Baby Boomer generation ages, there is concern that substance use will present novel issues to be addressed in long-term care facilities. Substance use issues have been well documented in this population and are unlikely to resolve solely due to aging. And although healthcare workers, including nurses, nursing aids, and other providers are well positioned to address these issues, they may lack knowledge for assessing and intervening in substance use and withdrawal from substance use. There is a need for continuing education on substance use issues and disorders in older adults.