Teaching-Learning Strategies in collaboration with the National League for Nursing
In collaboration with the National League for Nursing (NLN), OHNEP has developed several teaching-learning strategies for oral health integration across care settings. NLN's Advancing Care Excellence Series (ACE) initiative includes programs with free curricular resources that focus on improving care for vulnerable and underserved populations. We encourage faculty and educators to incorporate these strategies into their curricula and build awareness of the importance of inteprofessional care and oral health in primary and acute care settings.
Health Literacy, Plain Language, and Clear Health Communication (Health Literacy Training)
This presentation (43:41 minutes) given by Sue Stableford introduces a topic of vital imprtance in medicine and public health - clear communication. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) define health literacy; (2) know literacy, numeracy, and health literacy skills of American adults; (3) know the impact of limited health literacy skills; (4) address the challenge of plain language, plain numbers, and teachback; and (5) what you can do and tips to use now.
Source: AgingME: Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP), 2022
We Are More Than Our Gray Hair: Rethinking Age and Ageism in the Healthcare Setting
This presentation (1:01:39 minutes) given by Mary Lou Ciolfi discusses ageism in the healthcare setting. Topics of the lecture include: (1) why we should care about ageism and what do the studies show; (2) where does ageism come from; (3) what does ageism look like; and (4) how can we do better. Presentation slides are available for download.
It’s More Than Personal: Caring for People Living with Dementia is a PH Priority
This presentation (58:32 minutes) given by Joseph Gaugler discusses how caring for people living with dementia is a public health priority. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) understand how caregiving operates as a social determinant of health; (2) learn about how dementia caregiving demands policy and public health attention; and (3) understand the mission, vision, and activities of the BOLD Public Health Center of Excellence on Dementia Caregiving.
From the 2022 Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Summit (RMAS).
Suggestions for Good Mental Health/Resilience
This presentation (47:06 minutes) given by Wendelin Hume discusses suggestions for resilience within the context of mental health. By the end of this presentation, learners should: (1) gain an understanding of the importance of resilience; (2) gain an appreciation for the benefits of a positive outlook; and (3) identify ways to stay mentally alive.
Presented on behalf of the National Indigenous Elder Justice Intiatiave.
Source: Wyoming Center on Aging, 2021
Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice (IPECP) in Post-COVID Healthcare Education and Practice Transformation Era
As we are emerging out of the Pandemic, we have a unique opportunity to leverage on the lessons learned from the pandemic in fostering the healthcare transformation through innovation and IPECP.
Improving the Health of Rural Communities Through Academic-Community Partnerships and Interprofessional Health Care and Training Models
Academic Medicine Invited Commentary by National Center Founding Director Barbara Brandt and colleagues:
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Innovations in Aging
This podcast, "Innovations in Aging," explores and discusses the latest and evolving topics in how the next generation of changemakers can prepare to meet the needs of our aging world.
COVID19 and Brain Health: Advancing Equity for Caregivers & Communities
This webinar (57:51 minutes) discusses advancing equity for caregivers in communities and the importance of equity, addressing the dual challenges around COVID-19, and improving brain health. There are five sections included in this webinar. Sarah Lenz Lock discusses the risk factors and disparities of COVID-19 and brain health. Lauren J. Parker talks with Vanessa Brown to learn about her experience of being a caregiver during COVID-19, specifically to a patient with dementia. Jasmine Nakayama discusses vaccinations and how to reinforce confidence in COVID-19 vaccines.
From Data to Action: Using the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) to Advance the Public Health Agenda of Dementia Caregiving
This webinar (1:33:14 minutes) discusses the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) which is a caregiver module that identifies the relationship to the care recipient and collects key information in a very brief concise fashion related to caregiving. There are three presentations included in this webinar. Phil Echevarria discusses BRFSS's impact on New Jersey and the caregiving data and how it has influenced policy change in New Jersey. Jana Pastir discusses how North Dakota has used the Subjective Cognitive Decline caregiver modules to enhance other chronic disease programs.