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Let your voice be heard on what measures of racial justice and intergenerational wellbeing matter to you! Vote on proposed additional measures to be included in the WIN Measures report for Racial Equity and Justice and Intergenerational wellbeing. Well-being and Equity (WE) in the World #WIN4Equity #DataforPower

Dive into the latest blog post from Justice in Aging, shedding light on the importance of fostering connections for older adults and the detrimental impact of ageism. Click the link below to explore more! https://lnkd.in/eUXWHyyF

Moving in the right direction...

FYI, here in MA.... "Calling all disabled/Deaf/chronically ill/neurodivergent folks in Massachusetts! The Health and Disability Program at the Department of Public Health is in the midst of a huge state-wide community needs assessment process to: - make sure that (even though the team is almost all disabled people) we're accurately representing the community's needs and priorities in our internal advocacy for inclusive, accessible, relevant public-health programs; - translate the things we all know about our health (community wisdom) into quantifiable data for decision-makers who respond better to numbers than to narratives; - prioritize the various things our community needs, again without leaving it up to a handful of disabled state employees to represent the whole community. This survey is one part of that overall effort, and I'd personally be super incredibly grateful if you took about 10-15 minutes to fill it out (and another minute or two to spread the word). It's available in 12 languages (including ASL), and you can pause and come back if you run out of energy/focus." Please click here: https://lnkd.in/gU4G-Az3 https://lnkd.in/gU4G-Az3

My article, "Inclusion of People With Disabilities in Community Health Needs Assessments in Florida, United States," has officially been published in Health Promotion Practice! I want to thank Tyler G. James, PhD, MCHES for his invaluable guidance and expertise throughout this research journey. https://lnkd.in/eeq68P58

I'm currently enrolled in a class that shed light on how older adults are often marginalized in our society. Ageism is real, and it's time we advocate for the rights and dignity of our seniors. Let's raise awareness, challenge stereotypes, and stand up against age discrimination. Remember, advocating for the elderly is as crucial as any other social cause. Together, let's foster a society that values and respects every age. "As we grow older, we don't lose the fire; we accumulate the ashes of experience. These ashes become the fuel for wisdom, igniting a flame that lights the path of the third age, where every step is a story and every wrinkle a chapter written with grace and resilience." I'm working on a class Eldercare project and will post my work here when completed. It will focus on how social isolation effects the physical and mental wellbeing of our older adult population. #MethodistMedic #AgeismAwareness #AdvocateForSeniors #InclusiveSociety #MentalHealthAdvocate #Eldercare #SocialIsolation #MethodistUniversityFayetteville #AdvancedParamedicineBachelors

Discover how five U.S. communities are trailblazing efforts in racial equity, making impactful changes in their justice and health systems. Then, stay tuned into our series as we delve into their inspiring stories of commitment and progress. #StepUp4RacialEquity https://lnkd.in/e_YHPEQq

Between 1990 to 2013, studies that include people with profound autism have plummeted from 95% to 35%. This must change, and it can. We’re investing in inclusive research and working with scientists to ensure that people with profound autism are included in clinical research. Only then can targeted advocacy increase access to critically needed supports and services for this marginalized population. Join us in our mission to drive this essential change. https://ow.ly/m6aY50SlBfA

Such an alarming trend in research. How are we going to care for a vulnerable population with high needs when they are being marginalized by the society in charge of caring for them.

By 2045 seniors are projected to represent over 17% of all residents nationally. Despite this fact, “Ageism is still one of the most pervasive and accepted forms of bias that exists,” says Erin McLeod, President/CEO of Senior Friendship Centers. “Ageism inflicts harm, casting a shadow on physical and mental health, finances, self-esteem, and so much more." says McLeod. “It's not just a mission – this touches everyone and we want to encourage a new perception of the journey of aging. Now, and into the future, we must cultivate a culture that sees each person for their value to society, that honors and recognizes the resources and talents that older adults bring to our world. Honestly, every day is ageism awareness day at Senior Friendship Centers!” Will you join us in this advocacy? #TalkAboutAgeism #AgeismAwarenessDay