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2. Review of Aboriginal-led community-based programs addressing family violence in the Northern Territory
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Vukovic, Jovana
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- 2023
3. 'We, as Parents, Do Have a Voice': Learning from Community-Based Programs Effectively Engaging Parents in Urban Communities
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Elizabeth Gil and Ashley Johnson
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Utilizing Yosso's community cultural wealth framework as a theoretical lens, we sought to examine how nontraditional, community-based family engagement programs impacted adult family members' thoughts and actions about engagement with their children's schools. The study drew primarily from the interviews, observations, and document analysis of two nontraditional family engagement programs in urban communities. Findings indicate that program approaches built upon and extended families' social and navigational capitals. Educational leaders can more meaningfully engage urban families by learning from and incorporating practices implemented by the programs we examine and discuss in this article.
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4. "We, as Parents, Do Have a Voice": Learning from Community-Based Programs Effectively Engaging Parents in Urban Communities.
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Gil, Elizabeth and Johnson, Ashley
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COMMUNITY-based programs , *EXTENDED families , *URBAN community development , *SCHOOL children , *CULTURAL competence - Abstract
Utilizing Yosso's community cultural wealth framework as a theoretical lens, we sought to examine how nontraditional, community-based family engagement programs impacted adult family members' thoughts and actions about engagement with their children's schools. The study drew primarily from the interviews, observations, and document analysis of two nontraditional family engagement programs in urban communities. Findings indicate that program approaches built upon and extended families' social and navigational capitals. Educational leaders can more meaningfully engage urban families by learning from and incorporating practices implemented by the programs we examine and discuss in this article. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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5. Exercise Made Accessible: the Merits of Community-Based Programs for Persons with Parkinson’s Disease
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Langbroek-Amersfoort, Anneli, Schootemeijer, Sabine, Bouten, Lars, Bloem, Bastiaan R., and De Vries, Nienke M.
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- 2023
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6. Early Childhood Inclusion in Community-Based Programs: A Case Study Approach to Exploring Malleable Program Exosystem Factors
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Chavis Lickvar-Armstrong
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Center-based community early childhood programs are essential options for pre-kindergarten care and education. Consistent with federal legislation (IDEA, 2004), these settings should be accessible so that young children with disabilities can receive their special education services there. In the United States, fewer than 50% of children who receive early intervention and early childhood special education services are provided with these services in a community early childhood education program. Not all factors that influence inclusive education are within the control of the community ECE to change (i.e., state policy). However, program-level factors are malleable by community ECE administrators and staff. This study explored how program-level exosystem factors (i.e., factors that occur outside of the child's immediate environment) that are malleable by administrators and staff support inclusive education in center-based programs. This exploratory, multiple case study aimed to better understand the phenomenon of inclusive education in the context of three center-based community early childhood programs by answering the following research questions: 1. What are administrator and staff's perceptions of malleable exosystem factors that facilitate the inclusive education of children with early intervention and early childhood special education service needs in their center-based community early childhood education programs? 2. How do those exosystem factors facilitate inclusion in their center-based community early childhood education program? 3. What local education agency (LEA) actions support inclusive education at center-based community early childhood education programs? Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with program administrators, staff, and artifacts. Consistent with Lieber and colleague's (2000) findings of factors that facilitate the initiation of inclusive education, participants discussed the following malleable, program-level exosystem factors: (1) vision for inclusion, (2) program-level policies, (3) resources, (4) family involvement, and (5) intra- and interagency collaboration. This study found that different factors were described as facilitating inclusive education in each of the three center-based community early childhood education programs. Yet, participants in all cases described a desire for increased collaboration with their school district's special education service providers. These findings indicate a need for an improved collaborative relationship between the school district and the community's center-based early childhood programs. This exploratory study yielded important insights into how members of community early childhood education programs can promote inclusive education in their centers. Specifically, the study identified program-level variables that can be modified to facilitate inclusive education. Additionally, administrators and staff from community early childhood education programs shared valuable knowledge on how they modify program-level exosystem factors to facilitate inclusive education in their programs. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
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- 2023
7. Community-Based Programs to Tackle Environmental Education and COVID-19: A Case Study from Millburn, New Jersey
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Iyengar, Radhika and Shin, Haein
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Contextual and social realities must be built into any educational program for activism to take place. This case study examines an education and environment program which has adapted to the social distancing measures of COVID-19, resulting in an even more community-reliant and community-driven program than the program designers initially intended. The Eco Ambassador Program uses environmental activism within a space that supports mental health during COVID-19 social isolation. While community engagement and action have been elements of the program, the program has transformed to utilize new levels of social capital in the program's network, to overcome the obstacles presented in regular programming. Many aspects of the critical pedagogy of space are utilized to conceptualize this educational program during the pandemic. The limitations of in-person interactions in defined learning spaces led to more technology-reliant programming, hence broadening the space of place-based learning, while enabling personal spaces and personal environments to become new learning spaces.
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8. Effectiveness of Community-Based Programs on Aggressive Behavior Among Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
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Jiang S, Chen Y, and Wang L
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- Humans, Adolescent, Child, Male, Female, Aggression psychology, Adolescent Behavior psychology
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Adolescent aggressive behavior has increasingly become a central issue affecting the safety of both school campuses and the broader society. Despite the existence of numerous community interventions targeting this issue, there has been a paucity of efforts to consolidate the findings on the effectiveness of community-based programs in preventing aggressive behavior. This meta-analysis sought to address this gap by reviewing and assessing the impact of community-based initiatives on reducing adolescent aggression. A thorough search was carried out on 12 electronic databases: EBSCO, ERIC, PubMed, PsycINFO, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, Web of Science, ProQuest Dissertations and Theses, the China National Knowledge, Wanfang Databases, and China Science and Technology Journal Database. Sixteen studies were finalized, and meta-analyses were performed using a random effect model on RevMan v5.4 software developed by Cochrane. The analysis encompassed 16 published studies, involving a total of 2,585 participants. The key components of existing programs for aggression reduction included providing behavioral skills and training for adolescents, employing a problem-solving approach to address behavioral issues, offering psychological treatment, and emphasizing community supervision. The results indicate a significant positive effect of community-based interventions on aggression reduction (standardized mean difference = -0.26, 95% confidence intervals [-0.39, -0.13], Z = 3.84, p < .001). The subgroup analyses revealed that the intervention's effectiveness was moderated by the duration of the intervention, its theoretical foundation, and the sample size. This study furnishes empirical evidence supporting the enhancement of policies and practices to foster community engagement in mitigating aggressive behavior., Competing Interests: Declaration of Conflicting InterestsThe author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.
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9. The implementation of community-based programs in Vietnam is promising in promoting health
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Zinzi E. Pardoel, Sijmen A. Reijneveld, Robert Lensink, Maarten Postma, Tran B. Thuy, Nga C. Viet, Lien N. T. Phuong, Jaap A. R. Koot, and Jeanet J. A. Landsman
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community-based programs ,community-based health promotion ,ageing ,health promoting activities ,positive health ,older people associations ,Public aspects of medicine ,RA1-1270 - Abstract
BackgroundLow-and middle-income countries mostly have ageing populations with many unmet economic, social, or health-related needs, Vietnam being an example. Community-based support in Vietnam, organized as Intergenerational Self-Help Clubs (ISHCs) based on the Older People Associations (OPA) model, can help to meet these needs by the provision of services for various aspects of life. This study aims to assess the implementation of the ISHCs and whether successful implementation is associated with more member-reported positive health.MethodsWe used the RE-AIM (Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance) framework to evaluate the implementation using multiple data sources: ISHC board surveys (n = 97), ISHC member surveys (n = 5,080 in 2019 and n = 5,555 in 2020), focus group discussions (6; n = 44), and interviews with members and board leaders (n = 4).ResultsReach ranged between 46 and 83% of ISHCs reaching target groups, with a majority of women and older people participating. Regarding Effectiveness, members indicated high satisfaction with the ISHCs. Adoption scores were high, with 74%–99% for healthcare and community support activities, and in 2019, higher adoption scores were associated with more members reporting good positive health. In 2020, reported positive health slightly decreased, probably due to the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 61 ISHCs had consistent or improving Implementation from 2019 to 2020, and confidence in Maintenance was high.ConclusionThe implementation of the OPA model in Vietnam is promising regarding its promotion of health and may help to tackle the needs of an ageing population. This study further shows that the RE-AIM framework helps to assess community health promotion approaches.
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10. Black Girls Matter: A Critical Analysis of Educational Spaces and Call for Community-Based Programs
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King, Natalie S.
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This forum paper dialogues with Crystal Morton and Demetrice Smith-Mutegi's "Making it matter: Developing African American girls and young women's mathematics and science identities through informal STEM learning." Their article unveils the experiences of participants in Girls STEM Institute, and how they challenged beliefs about their ability to perform in science and mathematics. I extend the discussion to explore the importance of access through community-based initiatives and stand on the premise that we will continue to oxygenate master narratives and perpetuate inequities if the structure and function of our programs fail to challenge the status quo. Therefore, this paper serves as a call to action to: (1) recognize and address spirit murdering from teachers and authority figures who dismiss the abilities of Black girls to perform in STEM; (2) create humanizing spaces within schools and the larger community for Black girls to access STEM with authenticity; and (3) leverage the multidimensional identities of Black girls in ways that validate their cultural resources and brilliance. When we commit ourselves to creating more equitable learning spaces in STEM, then our actions will align with our responsibility to make Black girls matter. [For "Making It Matter: Developing African-American Girls and Young Women's Mathematics and Science Identities through Informal STEM Learning," see EJ1332932.]
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- 2022
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11. Community Health Programs and Partnerships: Perspectives from Public Library Directors.
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Charbonneau, Deborah H., D'Arpa, Christine, and Belz, Sandra
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COMMUNITY-based programs , *PUBLIC libraries , *HEALTH programs , *PUBLIC health , *LIBRARY directors , *PHYSICAL activity , *CLASSROOM activities - Abstract
This study, centered around a survey of library directors (N = 83), examines community health programming (CHP) in Michigan's public libraries within the broader context of national CHP initiatives. Reponses indicate that while physical activity classes and food skills programs are popular, there are still challenges to overcome. These findings led us to recommendations for cultivating partnerships that can help CHP grow and flourish. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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12. Community-Based Programs as Spaces for Critical Consciousness, Not Containment: Exploring the Perspectives of Black Youth
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Carrie Bergeson
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Historically Black youth have been labeled as needing to be "saved" and "fixed" because they are "at-risk," "broken," and more likely to subscribe to deviant behavior. This deficit rhetoric frames community-based education programs (CBEPs) that serve Black youth as vital spaces that must prevent and save Black youth from subscribing to undesirable behaviors. Therefore, this study builds on the paucity of literature regarding CBEPs as spaces that view Black youth as valuable and worthy and encourage youth to critically examine the world around them, often withholding opportunities and resources. With critical consciousness (Freire, 1968) as the framework, this qualitative study sought to understand if critical consciousness manifested within eleven Black youth participating in a CBEP. The CBEP within this study is located in the third most densely populated community within the Northeast. Semi-structured interviews were the primary data source, and a constant comparative analysis was done to identify emerging themes across these data. Findings contribute to the small asset framing of CBEP literature and allow Black youth the opportunity to counter narrate the CBEP experiences and deficit views placed on them. Findings provide implications for future research, practice, and policymakers. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
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13. Community-based programs for youth with mental health conditions: a scoping review and practical implications
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Hila Tuaf and Hod Orkibi
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adolescents ,youth ,mental health ,recovery ,community ,leisure activities ,Public aspects of medicine ,RA1-1270 - Abstract
BackgroundApproximately 14% of all adolescents globally cope with mental health conditions. However, community-based psychosocial services for adolescents with mental health conditions are scarce and under-researched. Scant scholarly attention has been paid to leisure and/or social activities in community-based rehabilitation services for adolescents with mental health conditions.ObjectivesTo begin to fill this gap, we chose a bottom-up framework to probe the following questions: Which community-based programs for adolescents with mental health conditions exist worldwide? What common characteristics do they present? What is their range of services?MethodWe systematically searched three leading academic databases, reference lists, and worldwide websites in English.Eligibility criteriaPrograms with information in English that provide services in a community setting, service content that includes leisure and/or social activities, cater to users aged 10–18, and content explicitly targets adolescents with mental health conditions.ResultsTwenty-seven psychosocial programs that provide leisure and/or social activities and encourage the promotion of adolescent mental health in the community were identified. We mapped and categorized the programs into three groups: integrated recovery, leisure recovery, and advocacy recovery.ConclusionPractical implications for implementation are suggested based on the findings. Specifically, service providers should attend to the psychological needs of adolescents by prioritizing peer interaction and offering suitable social and leisure activities. These activities can also boost adolescent participation in community-based rehabilitation programs and address the treatment gap. Comprehensive studies and uniform terminology in the field are needed.
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14. Community-based programs to tackle environmental education and COVID-19: A case study from Millburn, New Jersey
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Iyengar, Radhika and Shin, Haein
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15. COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS IN SENIOR CENTERS MAY LOWER HEALTH CARE USE AND COSTS FOR PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA
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United States. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ,Social service -- Economic aspects -- Research ,Medical care -- Utilization ,Dementia -- Research ,Medical economics -- Economic aspects -- Research ,News, opinion and commentary ,University of Massachusetts - Abstract
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. -- The following information was released by Rutgers University: Rutgers researchers examine healthcare utilization and costs among adults living with dementia in municipalities with dementia-focused senior centers [...]
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16. CITY OF DAGUPAN - PANGASINAN invites tenders for Procurement of Meals and Snacks for Various Meetings and Events under Community Based Programs
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Purchasing ,Meetings ,Snack foods ,News, opinion and commentary - Abstract
CITY OF DAGUPAN - PANGASINAN, Philippines has invited tenders for Procurement of Meals and Snacks for Various Meetings and Events under Community Based Programs. Tender Notice No: 175-1N-24 Deadline: June [...]
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17. CITY OF DAGUPAN - PANGASINAN invites tenders for Procurement of Five Hundred Thirty (530) Pcs Polo Shirts with Print for Community Based Programs
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Purchasing ,Clothing and dress ,News, opinion and commentary - Abstract
CITY OF DAGUPAN - PANGASINAN, Philippines has invited tenders for Procurement of Five Hundred Thirty (530) Pcs Polo Shirts with Print for Community Based Programs. Tender Notice No: 134-1N-24 Deadline: [...]
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18. Lessons Learned from Engaging Latino Families in Community-Based Programs.
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PERALTA, ALEJANDRO REYES, CHOQUE, GHAFFAR ALI HURTADO, REICKS, MARLA, DE DAVILA, SILVIA ALVAREZ, and SOLTANI, DARYA
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HISPANIC American youth ,COMMUNITY-based programs ,FATHERS ,HISPANIC Americans ,FAMILIES ,TEACHING methods - Abstract
A family-skills program for Latino fathers and youth was implemented to prevent youth obesity. Lessons learned focused on practices to address barriers to engagement and retention among fathers and youth within the Latino community. Program development issues included selection of organizations, facilitators, language, and delivery methods. Implementation issues included timing and location. Cultural issues regarding learner needs, and teaching and implementation methods need to be considered. Using the lessons learned, Extension professionals can create impactful programs that engage and retain Latino fathers and youth. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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19. CDC AIMS TO BREAK CYCLE OF SUICIDES; LOCAL, COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS SEEN AS KEY
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Social service ,Mental health ,Child psychopathology ,Suicide ,General interest ,News, opinion and commentary - Abstract
Byline: Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY NEW YORK - Samantha Alexander calls Manhattan's Fountain House her 'earthly salvation.' Months ago, while living in a midtown homeless shelter, she attempted to take [...]
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- 2024
20. More than Needle and Thread: Inuit Knowledge Sharing and Well-being through Community-based Programs.
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Greene, Ezra Anton and Zawadski, Krista Ulujuk
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COMMUNITY-based programs , *INUIT , *COMMUNITIES , *NONPROFIT organizations , *PARTICIPANT observation , *SOCIAL cohesion - Abstract
Community-based educational programs coordinated and run by local residents, Inuit organizations, and nonprofit organizations are periodically offered in communities in Nunavut. This article presents examples of these programs from the communities of Kangiqłiniq (Rankin Inlet) and Igluligaarjuk (Chesterfield Inlet) as well as programs connecting Inuit with belongings in museum collections held outside of Nunavut. The research involved anthropological methods of participant observation, interviews, and ethnographic insights from experiences of organizing and participating in programs. Indigenous research methodologies also guide the research. We elaborate how community-based programs provide opportunities for Inuit knowledge generation and transmission while contributing to well-being and community cohesion. These programs can (re)connect and engage Inuit with knowledge of the land, traditional and contemporary cultural practices, and Inuit belongings that have been disconnected from communities and individuals through colonial processes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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21. Implementation of back to living well, a community-based program for the tertiary prevention of low back pain: a study protocol.
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Macedo, Luciana, Di Pelino, Stephanie, Santos, Veronica Souza, Richardson, Julie, MacDermid, Joy, Hancock, Mark, Battie, Michele C., Saragiotto, Bruno T., Hayden, Jill A., Rushton, Alison, Packham, Tara, Freman, Matt, Bray, Steven, Griffin, Meridith, Hladysh, Genevieve, Miller, Pat, and Attwell, Suzan
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LUMBAR pain , *COMMUNITY-based programs , *INSTITUTIONAL review boards , *RESEARCH protocols , *PATIENT preferences , *PAIN - Abstract
Background: The current literature supports the effectiveness of exercise, education, and self-management interventions for the long-term management of persistent low back pain. However, there is significant uncertainty about the implementation of interventions related to barriers, facilitators, and patient's preferences. This study will evaluate the Back to Living Well program implementation from a participant and organizational perspective. More specifically we address the following objectives: 1) identify program barriers and facilitators from participants' perspectives, 2) identify factors related to program, personal and contextual factors that contribute to negative and positive outcomes, and outcome trajectories, 3) identify factors influencing participants' selection of an in-person or e-health program, and 4) evaluate program specific barriers and facilitators from the organization and care delivery perspectives. Methods: This study will utilize a mixed-method convergent design including a longitudinal cohort strand and a longitudinal qualitative interview strand. The RE-AIM framework will be used to assess program implementation. Participants (n = 90, 1:1: in person or virtual) who choose to register in the program as well as staff (n = 10 to 15) involved in the delivery of the program will be invited to participate. Participants will participate in a 12-week physical activity, education, and self-management program. Implementation outcomes will be measured at 3-, 6-, 12-months, and six months after the end of the follow-ups. Interview scripts and directed content analysis will be constructed based on the Theoretical Domains Framework and the Neuromatrix Model of Pain, Theoretical Domains Framework. Staff interviews will be constructed and analyzed using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research. Participants will also complete pain, disability, quality of life and psychological questionnaires, wear an activity tracker at all time points, and complete weekly pain and activity limitation questions using a mobile application. Discussion: The study results will provide evidence to inform potential future implementation of the program. An effective, appropriately targeted, and well implemented exercise program for the long-term management (i.e., tertiary prevention) of LBP could minimize the burden of the condition on patients, the health care system and society. Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05929846. This (Registration Date: July 3 2023) study has been approved by the Hamilton Integrated Research Ethics Board Project ID#15,354. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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22. Black girls matter: A critical analysis of educational spaces and call for community-based programs
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King, Natalie S.
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23. Engagement with life and psychological well-being in late adulthood: Findings from community-based programs in Portugal.
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Bastos, Alice, Monteiro, Joana, Barbosa, Raquel, Pimentel, Helena, Silva, Sofia, and Faria, Carla
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OLDER people , *PSYCHOLOGICAL well-being , *COMMUNITY-based programs , *INCOME , *SOCIAL networks , *FRAIL elderly , *COMMUNITIES - Abstract
Objectives: Human aging is a multidirectional, multidimensional, and multicausal process that reflects biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences, which act in distinct combinations throughout the life-span. Proactivity towards avoiding the usual aging process is needed. This study analyses the long-term effects of participation in Community-Based Programs on psychological well-being. Method: A sample of 150 community-dwelling participants enrolled in Community-Based Programs, aged 55 to 84 years and living in three Portuguese localities were matched by age (55–64, 65–74, 75–84 years), gender, and locality with a comparison group of non-participants. We administered a multidimensional gerontological protocol which included socio-demographic information, measures of health/disease, functional ability, social network, cognitive performance and psychological well-being. Hierarchical regression models were used to test the effects of Community-Based Programs on psychological well-being adjusting for remaining variables. Results: Overall, psychological well-being is positively associated with household income and satisfaction with health. Nevertheless, in participants, psychological well-being builds predominantly upon social network and is not associated with a moderate inability or cognitive deficits, contrasting with psychological well-being in non-participants. After adjusting for background variables, psychological well-being was positively associated with health satisfaction and social network and negatively related to moderate inability. Further, a significant interaction of participation in Community-Based Programs with age, points out higher levels of psychological well-being in participants contrasting with a downward trend in non-participants. After stratification by age, psychological well-being increases with time attending Community-Based Programs in the oldest (75–84 years) contrasting with the remainder. Conclusions: Participation in Community-Based Programs may improve the negative effects of the aging process on psychological well-being. This positive effect as age increases may be linked to a reinforcement of social network, valued more by participants in Community-Based Programs. Furthermore, the programs may act as a healing/maintenance strategy in persons with moderate inability and/or cognitive deficits. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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24. Resident operative autonomy: do community-based programs offer more than university-based programs?
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Gates, Rebecca S., Bidwell, Serena S., Chen, Xilin, Thelen, Angela E., George, Brian C., Krumm, Andrew E., and Kim, Grace J.
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25. Utilizing a patient advocacy-led clinical network to engage diverse, community-based sites in implementation-effectiveness research.
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Ciupek, Andrew, Chichester, Lou-Anne, Acharya, Rashmi, Schofield, Elizabeth, Criswell, Angela, Shelley, Donna, King, Jennifer C., and Ostroff, Jamie S.
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PATIENT advocacy , *COMMUNITY-based programs , *EARLY detection of cancer , *SMOKING cessation , *MEDICAL screening - Abstract
Background: Increased engagement with community-based practices is a promising strategy for increasing clinical trials access of diverse patient populations. In this study we assessed the ability to utilize a patient-advocacy organization led clinical network to engage diverse practices as field sites for clinical research. Methods: GO2 for Lung Cancer led recruitment efforts of 17 field sites from their Centers of Excellence in Lung Cancer Screening Network for participation in an implementation-effectiveness trial focused on smoking cessation integration into screening programs for lung cancer. Sites were engaged by one of three methods: 1) Pre-Grant submission of letters of support, 2) a non-targeted study information dissemination campaign to network members, and 3) proactive, targeted outreach to specific centers informed by previously submitted network member data. Detailed self-reported information on barriers to participation was collected from centers that declined to join the study. Results: Of 17 total field sites, 16 were recruited via the targeted outreach campaign and 1 via pre-grant letter of support submission. The sites covered 13 states and 4 United States geographic regions, were varied in annual screening volumes and years of screening program experience and were predominantly community-based practices (10 of 17 sites). The most reported reason (by 33% of sites) for declining to participate as a field site was inadequate staffing bandwidth for trial activities. This was especially true in community-based programs among which it was reported by 45% as a reason for declining. Conclusions: Our results suggest that this model of field site recruitment leveraging an existing partnership between an academic research team and an informal clinical network maintained by a disease-specific patient advocacy organization can result in engagement of diverse, community-based field sites. Additionally, reported barriers to participation by sites indicate that solutions centered around providing additional resources to enable greater capacity for site staff may increase community-practice participation in research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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26. Exercise Made Accessible: the Merits of Community-Based Programs for Persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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Langbroek-Amersfoort, A.C., Schootemeijer, S., Bouten, L.J.L., Bloem, B.R., Vries, N.M. de, Langbroek-Amersfoort, A.C., Schootemeijer, S., Bouten, L.J.L., Bloem, B.R., and Vries, N.M. de
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Contains fulltext : 299973.pdf (Publisher’s version ) (Open Access), PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Many studies have identified positive effects of physiotherapy and exercise for persons with Parkinson's disease (PD). Most work has thus far focused on the therapeutic modality of exercise as used within physiotherapy programs. Stimulated by these positive findings, there is now a strong move to take exercise out of the clinical setting and to deliver the interventions in the community. Although the goals and effects of many such community-based exercise programs overlap with those of physiotherapy, it has also become more clear that both exercise modalities also differ in various ways. Here, we aim to comprehensively review the evidence for community-based exercise in PD. RECENT FINDINGS: Many different types of community-based exercise for people with PD are emerging and they are increasingly being studied. There is a great heterogeneity considering the types of exercise, study designs, and outcome measures used in research on this subject. While this review is positive regarding the feasibility and potential effects of community-based exercise, it is also evident that the general quality of these studies needs improvement. By focusing on community-based exercise, we hope to generate more knowledge on the effects of a wide range of different exercise modalities that can be beneficial for people with PD. This knowledge may help people with PD to select the type and setting of exercise activity that matches best with their personal abilities and preferences. As such, these insights will contribute to an improved self-management of PD., 01 november 2023
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27. Community-Based Physical Activity Programs for Blood Pressure Management in African Americans: A Scoping Review.
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Miezah, Dennis, Wright, Julie A., and Hayman, Laura L.
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DISEASE risk factors ,BLOOD pressure ,SOCIAL determinants of health ,COMMUNITY-based programs ,CINAHL database - Abstract
Background: Hypertension is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, with a higher prevalence among African Americans (AA) than other racial groups. The impact of community-based interventions on managing blood pressure (BP) in AA communities is not fully understood. The purpose of this review was to synthesize literature on community-based physical activity (PA) programs designed to manage BP in AA populations. Methods: We conducted a scoping review by searching 4 databases (PubMed, CINAHL, MEDLINE, and APA PsycInfo) and reference lists of studies. Search terms included community PA, community-based, hypertension, high BP, AA, Black Americans, PA, and exercise. Inclusion criteria were studies (1) conducted in the United States and (2) published in English language from January 2013 to September 2023, with community-based interventions that included PA for BP management among AA aged ≥18 years. Results: Search results yielded 260 studies, of which 11 met the inclusion criteria. BP decreased over time in studies that incorporated PA, faith-based therapeutic lifestyle changes with nutritional education. The duration of the PA interventions varied, with moderate to vigorous PAs implemented for 12 weeks or longer having a greater impact on BP management. Conclusions: Evidence suggests that community-based PA programs can potentially reduce BP among AA. PA programs incorporating faith-based therapeutic lifestyle change with nutritional education appear to reduce BP. Practitioners should consider multicomponent community-based PA initiatives to improve BP outcomes in AA communities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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28. HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SEEKS PROPOSALS FOR COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS TO FIGHT COCONUT RHINOCEROS BEETLES AND FOR GREEN WASTE MANAGEMENT
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Agriculture -- Waste management ,Refuse and refuse disposal ,Beetles ,Nonprofit organizations ,News, opinion and commentary - Abstract
HONOLULU, HI -- The following information was released by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA): The Hawai'i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has opened two requests for proposals (RFP) -- one [...]
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29. Engagement with life and psychological well-being in late adulthood: Findings from community-based programs in Portugal.
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Alice Bastos, Joana Monteiro, Raquel Barbosa, Helena Pimentel, Sofia Silva, and Carla Faria
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ObjectivesHuman aging is a multidirectional, multidimensional, and multicausal process that reflects biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences, which act in distinct combinations throughout the life-span. Proactivity towards avoiding the usual aging process is needed. This study analyses the long-term effects of participation in Community-Based Programs on psychological well-being.MethodA sample of 150 community-dwelling participants enrolled in Community-Based Programs, aged 55 to 84 years and living in three Portuguese localities were matched by age (55-64, 65-74, 75-84 years), gender, and locality with a comparison group of non-participants. We administered a multidimensional gerontological protocol which included socio-demographic information, measures of health/disease, functional ability, social network, cognitive performance and psychological well-being. Hierarchical regression models were used to test the effects of Community-Based Programs on psychological well-being adjusting for remaining variables.ResultsOverall, psychological well-being is positively associated with household income and satisfaction with health. Nevertheless, in participants, psychological well-being builds predominantly upon social network and is not associated with a moderate inability or cognitive deficits, contrasting with psychological well-being in non-participants. After adjusting for background variables, psychological well-being was positively associated with health satisfaction and social network and negatively related to moderate inability. Further, a significant interaction of participation in Community-Based Programs with age, points out higher levels of psychological well-being in participants contrasting with a downward trend in non-participants. After stratification by age, psychological well-being increases with time attending Community-Based Programs in the oldest (75-84 years) contrasting with the remainder.ConclusionsParticipation in Community-Based Programs may improve the negative effects of the aging process on psychological well-being. This positive effect as age increases may be linked to a reinforcement of social network, valued more by participants in Community-Based Programs. Furthermore, the programs may act as a healing/maintenance strategy in persons with moderate inability and/or cognitive deficits.
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30. Adequate funding of comprehensive community‐based programs for key populations needed now more than ever to reach and sustain HIV targets.
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DiCarlo, Meghan C., Dallabetta, Gina A., Akolo, Chris, Bautista‐Arredondo, Sergio, Digolo, H. Victor, Fonner, Virginia A., Kumwenda, Grace Jill, Mbulaje, Patrick, Mwangi, Peninah W., Persuad, Navindra E., Sikwese, Simon, Wheeler, Tisha A., Wolf, R. Cameron, and Mahler, Hally R.
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Introduction: Globally, over half of the estimated new HIV infections now occur among key populations, including men who have sex with men, sex workers, people who inject drugs, transgender individuals, and people in prisons and other closed settings, and their sexual partners. Reaching epidemic control will, for many countries, increasingly require intensified programming and targeted resource allocation to meet the needs of key populations and their sexual partners. However, insufficient funding, both in terms of overall amounts and the way the funding is spent, contributes to the systematic marginalization of key populations from needed HIV services. Discussion: The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has recently highlighted the urgent need to take action to end inequalities, including those faced by key populations, which have only been exacerbated by the COVID‐19 pandemic. To address these inequalities and improve health outcomes, key population programs must expand the use of a trusted access platform, scale up differentiated service delivery models tailored to the needs of key populations, rollout structural interventions and ensure service integration. These critical program elements are often considered "extras," not necessities, and consequently costing studies of key population programs systematically underestimate the total and unitary costs of services for key populations. Findings from a recent costing study from the LINKAGES project suggest that adequate funding for these four program elements can yield benefits in program performance. Despite this and other evidence, the lack of data on the true costs of these elements and the costs of failing to provide them prevents sufficient investment in these critical elements. Conclusions: As nations strive to reach the 2030 UNAIDS goals, donors, governments and implementers should reconsider the true, but often hidden costs in future healthcare dollars and in lives if they fail to invest in the community‐based and community‐driven key population programs that address structural inequities. Supporting these efforts contributes to closing the remaining gaps in the 95‐95‐95 goals. The financial and opportunity cost of perpetuating inequities and missing those who must be reached in the last mile of HIV epidemic control must be considered. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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31. Exploring the Great Divide: Comparing Professional Development Satisfaction and Opportunities of Program Coordinators at Academic Medical Centers and Community-Based Programs
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Anderson, Lauren, Rowland, Kathleen, Twiss, Megham, Eaton, Jory, Krueger, Mackenzie, and Wright, Katherine
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32. Community-based programs for youth with mental health conditions: a scoping review and practical implications.
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Tuaf H and Orkibi H
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Background: Approximately 14% of all adolescents globally cope with mental health conditions. However, community-based psychosocial services for adolescents with mental health conditions are scarce and under-researched. Scant scholarly attention has been paid to leisure and/or social activities in community-based rehabilitation services for adolescents with mental health conditions., Objectives: To begin to fill this gap, we chose a bottom-up framework to probe the following questions: Which community-based programs for adolescents with mental health conditions exist worldwide? What common characteristics do they present? What is their range of services?, Method: We systematically searched three leading academic databases, reference lists, and worldwide websites in English., Eligibility Criteria: Programs with information in English that provide services in a community setting, service content that includes leisure and/or social activities, cater to users aged 10-18, and content explicitly targets adolescents with mental health conditions., Results: Twenty-seven psychosocial programs that provide leisure and/or social activities and encourage the promotion of adolescent mental health in the community were identified. We mapped and categorized the programs into three groups: integrated recovery, leisure recovery, and advocacy recovery., Conclusion: Practical implications for implementation are suggested based on the findings. Specifically, service providers should attend to the psychological needs of adolescents by prioritizing peer interaction and offering suitable social and leisure activities. These activities can also boost adolescent participation in community-based rehabilitation programs and address the treatment gap. Comprehensive studies and uniform terminology in the field are needed., Competing Interests: The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest., (Copyright © 2023 Tuaf and Orkibi.)
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33. Measuring what matters to older persons for active living: part I content development for the OPAL measure across four countries.
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Mayo, Nancy E., Auais, Mohammad, Barclay, Ruth, Branin, Joan, Dawes, Helen, Korfage, Ida J., Sawchuk, Kim, Tal, Eran, White, Carole L., Ayoubi, Zain, Chowdhury, Fariha, Henderson, Julia, Mansoubi, Mae, Mate, Kedar K. V., Nadea, Lyne, Rodriguez, Sebastian, and Kuspinar, Ayse
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Aims: Many older persons do not think of themselves as "patients" but as persons wishing to live as actively as possible for as long as possible. However, most health-related quality of life (HRQL) measures were developed for use with clinical populations. The aim of this project was to fill that gap and to develop, for international use, a measure of what matters to older persons as they age and seek to remain as active as possible, Older Persons for Active Living (OPAL). Methods: For content development, interviews about active living were conducted with older persons from Canada, USA, UK, and the Netherlands in English, French, Spanish and Dutch, respectively with subsequent thematic analysis and harmonization. Results: Analyses of transcripts from 148 older persons revealed that active living was a "way of being" and not merely doing activities. Saturation was reached and a total of 59 content areas were identified. After grouping similar "ways" together and after conducting a consensus rating of importance, 19 unique and important "ways" remained. In some languages, formulating was challenging for three of the 19, resulting in changes to two English words and dropping two other words, yielding a final list of 17 "ways of being" with harmonized wording in 4 languages. Conclusion: This study underscores the significance of listening to older adults and highlights the importance of considering linguistic and cultural nuances in measure development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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34. Challenges and Opportunities in Developing a Comprehensive, Rural, Trauma-Care Program: Experiences from Nepal.
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KHAREL, RAMU, PATHAK, MANDEEP, LUBETKIN, DEREK, and ACHARYA, BIBHAV
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Traumatic injury remains a significant public health problem, with the burden highest in low-middle income countries (LMICs) and rural areas.1,2 The far-western region of Nepal, which has the lowest human development index in the country, has a high burden of traumatic injuries.3-5 One hospital in the far-western district of Achham, Bayalpata Hospital, cares for the majority of patients with traumatic injuries – most of whom arrive without any pre-hospital care. The absence of a professionalized pre-hospital program, such as an established Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system, necessitates creative strategies to address this gap.6,7 In this context, implementing a trauma-training program for community health responders (CHRs) offers a promising solution, leveraging local resources to improve early-stage trauma care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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35. Emergency Knowledge Translation, COVID-19 and indoor air: evaluating a virtual ventilation and filtration consultation program for community spaces in Ontario.
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Katz, Amy, Li, Tianyuan, James, LLana, Buhariwala, Pearl, Osei-Twum, Jo-Ann, Siegel, Jeffrey, and O'Campo, Patricia
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Background: An October, 2021 review of Public Health Ontario's COVID-19 guidance for congregate settings such as shelters and long-term care homes demonstrated that this guidance did not include references to ventilation or filtration. In April 2022, an interdisciplinary team with expertise in indoor air quality (IAQ), engineering, epidemiology, community programming and knowledge translation launched a virtual ventilation and filtration consultation program for community spaces in Toronto, Ontario. The program gives people working in community spaces direct access to IAQ experts through 25-min online appointments. The program aims to help reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission in community spaces, and was designed to help compensate for gaps in public health guidance and action. Methods: Representatives from participating organizations (n. 27) received a link to an online survey via email in April 2023. Survey questions explored the impacts of the program on topics such as: purchase and use of portable air filters; maintenance and use of bathroom fans; and, maintenance and modification of HVAC systems. Survey participation was anonymous, and no demographic information was collected from participants. Results: Representatives from 11 organizations completed the survey (40%). Of those who responded, nine (82%) made changes as a result of the program, with eight (73%) making two or more changes such as purchasing portable air filters and increasing routine maintenance of HVAC systems. Conclusions: When presented with brief access to expert support and tailored plain language guidance, people working in community spaces increased their use of ventilation and filtration strategies for COVID-19 infection prevention and control. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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36. Interrupting Gang Homicide.
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Interventionists are critical components of community-based gang programs. One practice they employ is diffusing or interrupting situations that lead to homicide. How they accomplish this is unclear. This paper contextualizes retaliatory gang homicide interruptions performed by one interventionist within black communities in South Los Angeles over a 24-month period between 2016–2018. Data indicates the interventionist conducted 19 interruptions involving 24 gangs utilizing nine different techniques. Gang dynamics and the triggering events that spurred retaliation shaped the techniques utilized. At least one homicide was prevented as a result of each interruption, though the likelihood is that several were given the tit-for-tat nature of gang homicide. Methodological, theoretical, and practical applications of these and other study findings are provided. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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37. Cross-Validation of the Financial Exploitation Vulnerability Scale.
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ObjectivesMethodsResultsConclusionsClinical ImplicationsThe present study is a cross-validation of the Financial Exploitation Vulnerability Scale (FEVS), a measure of contextual risk for financial exploitation.The sample was drawn from both the community and the SAFE program, a service for older adults who have been financially scammed. FEVS was administered within a larger assessment battery. The total score ability to differentiate exploitation groups and its correlates were examined. ROC analysis and logistic regression evaluated the clinical utility of the FEVS to detect exploitation. Results were compared to the initial validation study.FEVS score was significantly higher for those who were exploited and correlated with age. ROC analysis revealed adequate detection of financial exploitation. FEVS total score remained a strong predictor of exploitation when compared to demographic factors and several measures of cognitive functioning.Cross-validation demonstrates strong evidence that the FEVS detects financial exploitation in older adults, beyond the ability of many known risk factors.FEVS is an evidence-based tool for identifying exploitation and is accessible to many professionals working with older adults. Items query contextual factors that allow professionals to support clients with the appropriate standard of care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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38. Spatial variations and determinants of bottle feeding among children aged 0–23 months in Ethiopia in 2019: A spatial and multi-level analysis.
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Aragaw, Fantu Mamo, Merid, Mehari Woldemariam, Alem, Adugnaw Zeleke, Chilot, Dagmawi, Asratie, Melaku Hunie, Kibret, Anteneh Ayelign, and Belay, Daniel Gashaneh
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Background: Bottle feeding should be avoided since it interferes with optimal breastfeeding and it causes diarrheal-related morbidity and mortality. Despite the WHO's recommendation that children to avoid bottle feeding, it is still widely practiced in developing countries including our country, Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the spatial variations, and determinants of bottle feeding among children aged 0–23 months using the recent demographic and health survey data for Ethiopia. Methods: A secondary data analysis was conducted using the 2019 Ethiopian mini demographic and health survey data. The total weighted sample of 2067 children aged 0–23 months was included in this study. Spatial analysis was done to identify the hotspot areas of bottle feeding among children in Ethiopia. Multivariable multilevel logistic regression was used to identify predictors of bottle feeding. The spatial analysis was done using ArcGIS 10.7 and Sat Scan 9.6 software. Result: The prevalence of bottle feeding among children aged 0–23 months was 21.52% with 95% CI(19.80%, 23.34%). Age of the child from 6–11 months, and 12–23 months age, having secondary and above education [AOR = 2.09; 95%CI; 1.31, 3.32], being from middle and rich household [AOR = 2.14; 95%CI; 1.37, 3.34] and [AOR = 2.30; 95%CI; 1.46, 3.63], and twin birth [AOR = 8.06; 95%CI; 2.87, 22.58] were significant predictors of bottle feeding. Hotspot areas of bottle feeding were observed in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, Harari, and Afar regions of Ethiopia. Conclusion: Bottle feeding practice was found to be spatially clustered in Ethiopia. Education, wealth index, parity, and child's age were significant predictors of bottle feeding. Hotspot areas of bottle feeding were observed in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, Harari, and Afar regions. Special attention should be directed towards mothers residing in hotspot areas, educated mothers, mothers of multiple births, and mothers from rich households through community education programs focused on child feeding practices to reduce the practice of bottle-feeding in Ethiopia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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39. Skills on wheels: caregiver perspectives on the design and long-term impact of a pediatric wheelchair Skills training program.
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Loeser, Madison L. and Chase, Tony
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Abstract\nIMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONManual wheelchair skills training programs are novel developments, particularly in the United States. As perceived by the caregivers of participants, this study aimed to examine the long-term impact of the Skills on Wheels program on participants’ occupational engagement and quality of life at home, at school, and in the community. Secondly, this study investigated the caregivers’ perspectives of the program design of Skills on Wheels. This was a qualitative inquiry based upon thematic analyses of semi-structured interviews after participation in a pediatric wheelchair skills training program. The study participants were 9 caregivers whose children participated in this program over the 2021 and 2022 implementation years. Caregivers were given a 10-question semi-structured interview. The five overarching topics included program impact: (i) occupational engagement, (ii) program impact: quality of life factors, (iii) program resources/design, (iv) novelty/importance of program/wheelchair skills training, and (v) desired continued wheelchair skills practice in the future. Results provided tangible feedback to integrate into program design and supported the Skills on Wheels program’s positive value as it relates to impact on quality of life and occupational engagement for participants.Wheelchair skills training programs are important for children with disabilities to fill in service gaps related to community mobility.When developing community programs in general, it is necessary to gain the understanding of the impact on caregivers of children with disabilities.This paper provides insight into how a pediatric wheelchair skills training program is viewed by the caregivers of participating children.Therapists and researchers can see the caregiver impact of programs or training such as that described in this study.Wheelchair skills training programs are important for children with disabilities to fill in service gaps related to community mobility.When developing community programs in general, it is necessary to gain the understanding of the impact on caregivers of children with disabilities.This paper provides insight into how a pediatric wheelchair skills training program is viewed by the caregivers of participating children.Therapists and researchers can see the caregiver impact of programs or training such as that described in this study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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40. Health concerns, access to care, and trust in research and researchers among community members with bipolar disorder.
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Conger, Christian and Cottler, Linda B.
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Background: Data are needed on differences in community-dwelling populations with bipolar disorder (BP) regarding trust in research and access to care. We characterized community members by lifetime history of bipolar disorder. We hypothesized that those with BP would have less trust in research, visit a health provider less, and participate less in research than those without BP. We also hypothesized that those with BP would be more likely to have a history of marijuana (MJ) use. Methods: A cross-sectional design was used for this analysis. The study population consisted of 12,489 members (78.0%) from the HealthStreet community engagement program who were interviewed by a Community Health Worker about health history and demographics. Results: Among the sample, the rate of BP was 10.6% (n = 1326). Those reporting BP were more likely than those who did not (n = 11,163), to report muscle, bone, and mental health problems, to be younger, female, to have visited the doctor in the past 12 months, to be interested in participating in research, and be current MJ users. Trust did not differ between BP groups. Conclusions: Our analysis found that persons with BP had higher access to care and more interest in research, thus our primary hypothesis was rejected. Our secondary hypothesis, that persons with BP were more likely to have a history of MJ use was upheld. These findings are important because they address a crucial gap in the literature surrounding BP and lay the groundwork for future community-level research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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41. 25-Year Evaluation of an In-Person Therapeutic Community Program in the Southwest United States between 1994 and 2019.
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Wiese, Amanda L., Sease, Thomas B., and Knight, Kevin
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This study investigated the effect of therapeutic community programming and aftercare treatment completion on rearrest rates in the Southwest United States across 25 years. The asymptote of rearrest trajectories did not occur until 10 years post-release, although this varied by risk classification. Treatment receipt was not related to 25-year rearrest trajectories. However, people classified as higher risk were more likely to be rearrested than those classified a low risk while controlling for treatment receipt. Aftercare completion extended the time to arrest; individuals completing an aftercare program were less likely to be arrested, and high-risk participants that completed aftercare showed a similar rearrest trajectory as low-risk participants. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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42. Outcomes of a universal germline screening program in a community urology practice.
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Mendhiratta, Neil, Hauver, Herman, Hatton, Whitley, Ostrusky, Andrew, Sathe, Devika S., Gurram, Sandeep, Rice, Patricia, and Chalfin, Heather
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The role of germline genetic testing in urologic oncology has expanded in recent years. However, implementation of genetic testing in community practices remains a challenge, often due to limited access to qualified genetics trained providers. In this study, we report outcomes of a universal germline screening program in a community urology practice. Between November 2021 and September 2022, all patients referred for urology clinic visits at Frederick Health (Frederick, MD, USA) were provided an online genetics screening questionnaire prior to the visit. Responses were compared against National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) criteria for germline testing. Those who met criteria were provided educational materials at the end of the questionnaire, and then counseled by a trained urologic oncologist (HC) in the clinic or referred to a genetic counselor prior to testing. Testing was performed with a 36‐gene pan‐cancer panel (CancerNext) or a 14‐gene targeted prostate cancer panel (ProstateNext), with or without additional RNA analysis (RNAinsight) (Ambry Genetics, CA, USA). Demographic and clinical parameters, as well as genetic testing results, were retrospectively collected under IRB approval. In the study period, 765 patients were seen over 1370 clinic visits. Of these, 505 patients (66.0%) completed the screening questionnaire. The majority were completed via email (54.5%) with the remainder (45.5%) via text message. Of the patients who completed screening, 125/505 (24.7%) met NCCN criteria for germline testing. 58/125 patients (46.4%) who met criteria underwent germline testing, of whom 5/58 (8.6%) had distinct pathogenic mutations identified. These included actionable mutations in BRCA1, BRCA2, and CHEK2, as well as an additional pathogenic mutation in NBN. Variants of unknown significance were identified in 8/58 patients (13.8%) in 11 total genes. Challenges to implementation of this program included meeting institutional requirements for genetic testing consent, facilitating specimen collection in clinic, and integration of results into the electronic health record. Genetic risk assessment for high‐risk individuals is feasible as part of a universal screening program in a community urology practice. Approximately 8% of tested patients were found to have pathogenic germline mutations, which is consistent with contemporary tertiary referral cohorts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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43. Racial and Ethnic Differences in Health Care Experiences for Veterans Receiving VA Community Care from 2016 to 2021.
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Krishnamurthy, Sudarshan, Li, Yaming, Sileanu, Florentina, Essien, Utibe R., Vanneman, Megan E., Mor, Maria, Fine, Michael J., Thorpe, Carolyn T., Radomski, Thomas, Suda, Katie, Gellad, Walid F., and Roberts, Eric T.
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Background: Prior research documented racial and ethnic disparities in health care experiences within the Veterans Health Administration (VA). Little is known about such differences in VA-funded community care programs, through which a growing number of Veterans receive health care. Community care is available to Veterans when care is not available through the VA, nearby, or in a timely manner. Objective: To examine differences in Veterans' experiences with VA-funded community care by race and ethnicity and assess changes in these experiences from 2016 to 2021. Design: Observational analyses of Veterans' ratings of community care experiences by self-reported race and ethnicity. We used linear and logistic regressions to estimate racial and ethnic differences in community care experiences, sequentially adjusting for demographic, health, insurance, and socioeconomic factors. Participants: Respondents to the 2016–2021 VA Survey of Healthcare Experiences of Patients-Community Care Survey. Measures: Care ratings in nine domains. Key Results: The sample of 231,869 respondents included 24,306 Black Veterans (mean [SD] age 56.5 [12.9] years, 77.5% male) and 16,490 Hispanic Veterans (mean [SD] age 54.6 [15.9] years, 85.3% male). In adjusted analyses pooled across study years, Black and Hispanic Veterans reported significantly lower ratings than their White and non-Hispanic counterparts in five of nine domains (overall rating of community providers, scheduling a recent appointment, provider communication, non-appointment access, and billing), with adjusted differences ranging from − 0.04 to − 0.13 standard deviations (SDs) of domain scores. Black and Hispanic Veterans reported higher ratings with eligibility determination and scheduling initial appointments than their White and non-Hispanic counterparts, and Black Veterans reported higher ratings of care coordination, with adjusted differences of 0.05 to 0.21 SDs. Care ratings improved from 2016 to 2021, but differences between racial and ethnic groups persisted. Conclusions: This study identified small but persistent racial and ethnic differences in Veterans' experiences with VA-funded community care, with Black and Hispanic Veterans reporting lower ratings in five domains and, respectively, higher ratings in three and two domains. Interventions to improve Black and Hispanic Veterans' patient experience could advance equity in VA community care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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44. Evaluation of community pharmacists' knowledge, practice and barriers towards diabetes management in Asir region, Saudi Arabia.
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Salem, Heba H., Bazan, Naglaa S., Addal, Waad Al, Alkhmash, Mona, Bana, Mashael Abu, Al Awad, Sumayah M., Asiri, Hind S., Alwadei, Samar D., and Khaled, Arwa
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Rationale, Aims and Objectives Method Results Conclusion Diabetes mellitus is a global serious health problem that has a clear negative impact on economy. The high prevalence of diabetes worldwide urges for prevention and educational programs. Engagement of community pharmacists in offering various diabetes care services enables delivery of quality of care for patients and could play key role in diabetes management. The current study was designed to assess the knowledge towards diabetes among community pharmacists and to investigate their role in diabetes management through identifying different diabetes care services they provide in Asir region, Saudi Arabia. In addition, possible barriers for providing these services were evaluated.A cross‐sectional study was performed using an online self‐administered anonymous survey that consisted of 4 domains: demographics, knowledge, practice and barriers related to diabetes management.A total of 258 pharmacists completed the survey, and one‐third of respondents (34.5%) demonstrated good knowledge while 42.2% showed moderate knowledge towards diabetes. Respondents of the age group (30–39) years, males, those with bachelor's degree and those with 5 years or less of experience had higher mean knowledge. Nearly half of the participants had positive practice. The most prominent (75%) services offered by the community pharmacists were counselling on the appropriate administration, handling and storage of insulin and the appropriate time to administer oral antidiabetic drugs. Pharmacists who received training had higher mean practice scores. Lack of time, lack of diabetic patients visiting the pharmacy and low patient expectations regarding pharmacists' role in diabetes care were identified as the most important barriers they encountered.Community pharmacists of Asir region exhibited moderate knowledge and practices regarding diabetes management. Our results support the need for national advanced diabetes training programs targeting community pharmacists for providing quality of care services for diabetic patients Moreover, strategies to overcome the reported barriers are indispensable. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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45. Graduate Student Instructor Peer-Mentoring: Design and Impact.
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Yee, Sean P., Papalia, N., Deshler, J., Rogers, K. C., Lamarche, A., and Petrulis, R.
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To aid departments in growing and supporting the potential of novice instructors, this paper shares a peer-mentoring program that has been implemented at three universities over the last five years for graduate student instructors (GSIs, master, and doctoral) within mathematics departments. This paper provides frameworks, curricular topics, necessary conditions, methods of implementation, successes, and anticipated challenges from five years of research to help establish and sustain a peer-mentoring program for GSIs. Positive outcomes from this peer-mentoring program included improving support for Novices (resulting in anticipating teaching concerns), lowering the rate at which students received a D, F, or withdrew (DFW), having fewer complaints and concerns, and sustaining stewardship. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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46. Exploring the Mutual Benefits of Reciprocal Mentorship in a Community-Based Program: Fostering Community Cultural Wealth of Latino Students and Families.
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Gil, Elizabeth and Parnther, Ceceilia
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This case study examines reciprocal mentoring in a community-based program (CBP) serving immigrant Latino families with school-aged children. University student volunteers shared technological and college knowledge and grew in leadership skills. Simultaneously, they gained familial and cultural support and belonging from program families. The CBP fostered all forms of community cultural wealth capital. Study findings can inform educational leaders seeking to develop mutually beneficial partnerships between education institutions and community organizations to support student success. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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47. Tailored, Community-Based Programs for People Living With Dementia and Their Family Caregiver
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McGhan, Gwen, McCaughey, Deirdre, Flemons, Kristin, Shapkin, Kimberly, Parmar, Jasneet, Anderson, Sharon, and Poole, Lisa
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People living with dementia (PLWD) have voiced a desire to remain in their home environment as long as possible; unfortunately, there is limited integrated person-and family-centered community support. To examine the need for tailored supports for PLWD and their family caregivers (caregiving dyad), a meeting was conducted in Spring 2020. Thirty key provincial stakeholders with diversity in geographic location, employer and/or organization, range of roles, and family representatives participated in the meeting. Stakeholders identified a series of gaps, including: (a) systemic gaps; (b) gaps between communities of practice; (c) underserved populations; (d) program content and delivery gaps; and (e) PLWD and family caregiver support gaps. With input from stakeholders, we highlighted the need for consistent resources for the caregiving dyad that are flexible, timely, and accessible, which are embedded in the community and led by qualified and trained staff. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 48(4), 26–32.], Family caregivers are a critical factor enabling older adults to remain in the community, often described as “a critical national healthcare resource” (Schulz & Sherwood, 2008), p. 23). Globally, family [...]
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48. EMBEDDING EVIDENCE-BASED CAREGIVER SUPPORT IN COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS: THE ADS PLUS PROGRAM
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Gitlin, Laura, primary, Gaugler, Joseph, additional, and Hepburn, Kenneth, additional
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49. LEARNING FROM THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INTEGRATED COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS FOR OLDER ADULTS WITH HIGHER NEEDS
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Symes, Bobbi, primary and Lalji, Kahir, additional
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- 2023
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50. Diabetes mellitus support therapy training through a non-pharmacological and Islamic approach at Taman Sari, Bandung city.
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Priani, Sani Ega, Rahma, Hanifa, Suwendar, S., Mulyanti, Dina, Dewi, Mentari Lutifika, and Putri, Shara Jusatika
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COMMUNITY-based programs , *DIABETES , *METABOLIC disorders , *COMMUNITY services , *COMMUNITY support - Abstract
Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic diseases characterized by hyperglycemia with a prevalence that continuously increases yearly. Therefore, in addition to the pharmacological therapy using antidiabetic drugs, the non-pharmacological or prophetic medicine could support diabetes mellitus treatment. The objectives of this community service activity are to improve the knowledge of the community regarding support therapy for diabetes mellitus through non-pharmacological and prophetic medicine approaches. The Training was carried out on PKK cadres in Tamansari, Bandung, as a Training for trainer program. The participants were given education about diabetes mellitus, non-pharmacological therapy, and the use of prophetic medicine for diabetes mellitus. As the program evaluation method, pre-test and post-test were carried out before and after the training activities. Data analysis results show that community services programs have succeeded in increasing public knowledge related the diabetes mellitus disease, non-pharmacological treatment of diabetes mellitus, and the use of prophetic medicine as supportive therapy of diabetes mellitus, with the % of the increase, are 24.39; 40.43; 253.33, respectively. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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