The HealthPath Foundation of Ohio provides Community Connections grants to support safety net healthcare providers, social service organizations, schools, and government agencies serving 36 Ohio counties. Grants of up to $5,000 or $7,500 are available, including regular grants and challenge grants requiring a 1:1 match. The grant review process involves letters of intent, invited full proposals, review by a volunteer panel, award announcements, and a grantee luncheon. The timeline outlines due dates for letters of intent in May 2013 and full proposals in August 2013, with award notifications in November 2013.
This document discusses evidence-based practices for serving runaway and homeless youth. It notes that while rigorous experimental research is difficult due to ethical concerns, there are still ways for organizations to demonstrate program effectiveness. One organization, Larkin Street Youth Services, shifted from just collecting output data to meet funding requirements to developing a more evaluation-focused approach using logic models and outcome measurements. This allowed them to better understand program impacts, inform decision-making, and disseminate best practices. The presentation emphasizes that evidence-based does not just mean experimental research but also includes practice-based evidence and continuous monitoring and evaluation.
Jennifer Sweeney presented at the CUE Annual Conference on effectively representing the advocate perspective in advisory settings. She discussed her experience at the National Partnership for Women & Families, a non-profit consumer organization that works on issues for women and families. Sweeney provided best practices for consumer representation, including deploying personal stories judiciously, aligning with like-minded stakeholders, understanding interests of all parties, and using the decision-making process to balance advocacy and partnership. She encouraged asking for support and arguing interests rather than positions.
Lisa Simpson presented on opportunities for partnerships between AcademyHealth and patient/consumer groups. She outlined what is needed, including more timely, relevant research that maximizes rigor and involves stakeholders. She described health services research (HSR) 2.0 as focusing on determining what works, for whom, under what circumstances, and at what cost, and then implementing findings. Simpson discussed various ways patient/consumer groups can engage with research, including through PCORI funding. She outlined leadership roles, funding, meetings, and fellowships available through partnerships with AcademyHealth. Simpson emphasized the possibilities of collaboration between all stakeholders to improve health and healthcare.
This document summarizes the findings of an environmental scan on donor funding for HIV/AIDS and implications for capacity building. The scan found that HIV/AIDS-specific funding is projected to remain flat or decline as donors prioritize countries with the highest disease burden. Donors are also shifting towards integrated health programs in areas like sexual, reproductive, maternal and child health, malaria, tuberculosis, and health systems strengthening. Capacity building is increasingly being integrated into major funding initiatives and donors are focusing on empowering local organizations and supporting knowledge sharing through technology.
This grant proposal seeks funding for an abstinence education program targeting middle school youth ages 12-14 in Baltimore and Chicago who are at high risk of teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. The program will provide positive youth development activities like mentoring, leadership development, tutoring, and community service. It will be led by a nonprofit organization and faith congregations and aims to educate 200 youth annually on abstinence and delaying sexual activity through curriculum-based sessions while also supporting their social, emotional, and academic development.
Keeping Things Moving: The Role of the Partnership Manager and Bridge-BuilderPractical Playbook
This document discusses the role of partnership managers and their importance in facilitating population health partnerships. It provides examples of partnership managers' work with homeless youth and special needs children in Oregon. The goals of evaluating partnership managers are to understand how they foster partnerships, impact community health, and influence stakeholders. Two keys to partnership success are highlighted: partnership managers and developmental evaluators/coaches. The document outlines the roles, skills, and training needed for partnership managers to do their complex work, such as using frameworks for theory of change, adaptive action, generative listening, and spiral dynamics. Contact information is provided to learn more.
Using Community Research to inform Health and Social Policy for Immigrant And...ocasiconference
The Wellesley Institute conducts community-based policy research focused on the social determinants of health. They have supported community-based research approaches and policy-focused research grounded in local data. A case study described involved assessing health impacts of changes to Ontario's Interim Federal Health Program through surveys of healthcare providers, demonstrating how community data can inform policy. The Institute is also collaborating on a project gathering perspectives of temporary foreign workers on impacts of relevant policies through surveys and interviews.
The HealthPath Foundation of Ohio provides Community Connections grants to support safety net healthcare providers, social service organizations, schools, and government agencies serving 36 Ohio counties. Grants of up to $5,000 or $7,500 are available, including regular grants and challenge grants requiring a 1:1 match. The grant review process involves letters of intent, invited full proposals, review by a volunteer panel, award announcements, and a grantee luncheon. The timeline outlines due dates for letters of intent in May 2013 and full proposals in August 2013, with award notifications in November 2013.
This document discusses evidence-based practices for serving runaway and homeless youth. It notes that while rigorous experimental research is difficult due to ethical concerns, there are still ways for organizations to demonstrate program effectiveness. One organization, Larkin Street Youth Services, shifted from just collecting output data to meet funding requirements to developing a more evaluation-focused approach using logic models and outcome measurements. This allowed them to better understand program impacts, inform decision-making, and disseminate best practices. The presentation emphasizes that evidence-based does not just mean experimental research but also includes practice-based evidence and continuous monitoring and evaluation.
Jennifer Sweeney presented at the CUE Annual Conference on effectively representing the advocate perspective in advisory settings. She discussed her experience at the National Partnership for Women & Families, a non-profit consumer organization that works on issues for women and families. Sweeney provided best practices for consumer representation, including deploying personal stories judiciously, aligning with like-minded stakeholders, understanding interests of all parties, and using the decision-making process to balance advocacy and partnership. She encouraged asking for support and arguing interests rather than positions.
Lisa Simpson presented on opportunities for partnerships between AcademyHealth and patient/consumer groups. She outlined what is needed, including more timely, relevant research that maximizes rigor and involves stakeholders. She described health services research (HSR) 2.0 as focusing on determining what works, for whom, under what circumstances, and at what cost, and then implementing findings. Simpson discussed various ways patient/consumer groups can engage with research, including through PCORI funding. She outlined leadership roles, funding, meetings, and fellowships available through partnerships with AcademyHealth. Simpson emphasized the possibilities of collaboration between all stakeholders to improve health and healthcare.
This document summarizes the findings of an environmental scan on donor funding for HIV/AIDS and implications for capacity building. The scan found that HIV/AIDS-specific funding is projected to remain flat or decline as donors prioritize countries with the highest disease burden. Donors are also shifting towards integrated health programs in areas like sexual, reproductive, maternal and child health, malaria, tuberculosis, and health systems strengthening. Capacity building is increasingly being integrated into major funding initiatives and donors are focusing on empowering local organizations and supporting knowledge sharing through technology.
This grant proposal seeks funding for an abstinence education program targeting middle school youth ages 12-14 in Baltimore and Chicago who are at high risk of teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. The program will provide positive youth development activities like mentoring, leadership development, tutoring, and community service. It will be led by a nonprofit organization and faith congregations and aims to educate 200 youth annually on abstinence and delaying sexual activity through curriculum-based sessions while also supporting their social, emotional, and academic development.
Keeping Things Moving: The Role of the Partnership Manager and Bridge-BuilderPractical Playbook
This document discusses the role of partnership managers and their importance in facilitating population health partnerships. It provides examples of partnership managers' work with homeless youth and special needs children in Oregon. The goals of evaluating partnership managers are to understand how they foster partnerships, impact community health, and influence stakeholders. Two keys to partnership success are highlighted: partnership managers and developmental evaluators/coaches. The document outlines the roles, skills, and training needed for partnership managers to do their complex work, such as using frameworks for theory of change, adaptive action, generative listening, and spiral dynamics. Contact information is provided to learn more.
Using Community Research to inform Health and Social Policy for Immigrant And...ocasiconference
The Wellesley Institute conducts community-based policy research focused on the social determinants of health. They have supported community-based research approaches and policy-focused research grounded in local data. A case study described involved assessing health impacts of changes to Ontario's Interim Federal Health Program through surveys of healthcare providers, demonstrating how community data can inform policy. The Institute is also collaborating on a project gathering perspectives of temporary foreign workers on impacts of relevant policies through surveys and interviews.
Housing first%2c coordinated access%2c and prioritizing presentation at ho...Geraldine McCafferty
1) Coordinated access began in Fairfield County, CT to prioritize housing resources for the homeless using the Vulnerability Index - Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (VI-SPDAT).
2) The Bridgeport Housing First Collaborative, consisting of 5 organizations, uses the VI-SPDAT and evidence-based practices to house the chronically homeless.
3) Since 2012, over 120 chronically homeless individuals and families have been housed through the collaborative with a 95% retention rate. This approach has led to a 50% reduction in chronic homelessness in the region.
Grandparents raising grandchildren strategies for effective service delivery ...rexnayee
This document summarizes strategies for effectively delivering services to custodial grandparents raising grandchildren. It outlines key issues faced by these families including legal, financial, health, mental health, social support, parenting and education challenges. It recommends that programs address the beliefs, barriers and needs of grandparents to build trust. Program staff should receive training to eliminate biases and focus on strengths. The program structure should offer population-specific, accessible services across locations and times. Supportive policies are also needed to help advocate for custodial grandfamilies.
The PIE Center aims to enhance public understanding of agriculture and natural resources issues through research and education. Housed within the University of Florida, the PIE Center conducts focus groups and communication audits. Its mission is to enhance public understanding of agriculture and natural resource issues through practical research in education, communication, and leadership development. The vision is an informed public engaged with these issues. Students can get involved through focus groups, communication audits, and other opportunities to build experience.
VolunteerNet is a proposed web-based solution to match volunteers with nonprofit organizations more effectively. It would use an algorithm to connect qualified volunteers to tailored initiatives online. Organizations could review candidate profiles, while volunteers and organizations would be engaged through forums on the site. The solution aims to address low volunteer engagement by streamlining the matching process. It is projected to first launch at Temple University and the Philadelphia area, then expand regionally and nationally over three years, becoming financially self-sustaining through small membership fees from organizations and volunteers.
The Importance of Research in the Immigrant and Refugee Serving Sector- Notis...ocasiconference
This document discusses the importance of communities conducting their own research to accurately represent themselves and address issues that affect them. It outlines how Women's Health in Women's Hands CHC started their research program in 1999 due to a lack of literature on women's health issues. Their objectives are to build knowledge about racialized women's health, foster leadership, inform programs/services, and ensure knowledge is shared widely. They conduct needs assessments and surveys to identify research priorities and have partnered with academics. The research aims to empower communities and influence policy. Accurate representation in research is critical so communities are not defined by weaknesses but by their strengths.
Best practice slides for gov conference mar 2016 finalrexnayee
This document summarizes the Commonwealth Council on Aging's Best Practices Awards program for 2006-2016. It recognizes excellence in aging programs that assist older adults to age in their communities through services that foster livable communities and home/community-based supports. Programs are judged in categories like innovation, cost-effectiveness, and impact. The 2016 awards recognized programs providing chronic disease self-management to inmates, transportation for veterans, and home repairs for low-income seniors. The Council disseminates information on award-winning programs to encourage replication across Virginia.
The 6|18 Initiative Case Study: Capitalizing on Partners' Unique Skills and S...Practical Playbook
This document discusses a collaboration between Medicaid agencies and public health departments called the 6|18 Initiative. The initiative aims to improve health outcomes and lower costs for six high-burden health conditions using eighteen evidence-based interventions. Through the initiative, Medicaid agencies utilized policy levers to improve coverage and promote service uptake, while public health departments contributed disease-specific expertise, helped translate evidence into data, and developed awareness campaigns. Key factors in the successful collaboration included early leadership buy-in, a joint work plan, and monthly coordination calls between the partners.
The PIE Center is housed within the University of Florida's Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences. Its mission is to enhance public understanding of agricultural and natural resource issues through research in education, communication, and leadership development. The Center conducts focus groups and communication audits to address the lack of public knowledge about agriculture and involvement in related systems. It provides research and solutions to improve informed decision-making.
This document provides a summary of Stefanie Valovic's experience and qualifications. It outlines her work history including positions at Blue Cross Blue Shield, the MA Department of Public Health, and the Boston Public Health Commission. It also lists her education credentials and areas of expertise such as health communities, injury prevention, and disease prevention. Finally, it highlights some of her technical skills and examples of success in her career.
Commonwealth council on aging best practice awards 2006-2016_darsrexnayee
The document discusses chronic disease self-management education (CDSME) programs. It notes that CDSME programs were developed by Stanford University and provide tools and skills to help people manage common health problems and symptoms. The programs have been shown through research to improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare use and costs. Virginia has implemented CDSME through area agencies on aging using a train-the-trainer model, with over 20,000 participants since 2010. The presentation describes local implementation examples and partnerships with correctional facilities.
Total Quality Management in Secondary EducationCarina Balbo
Total Quality Management in Secondary Education is a research study focusing on the organisation and performance of Academies under the new educational policy introduced by David Cameron and Nick Clegg's Coalition government, in the light of TQM. This is a case study of Kunskapsskolan's approach to school management which takes into account strategic planning, organisational considerations, leadership styles and approach to teamwork.
The document discusses implementing total quality management (TQM) in education. It describes how TQM was developed and adopted, then explains how some key TQM tools and techniques like the PDCA cycle, flow diagrams, brainstorming, data collection, graphs, and cause-and-effect diagrams can be applied to education to help solve problems and continually improve quality.
Total quality management (TQM) is an integrated organizational approach focused on continuously meeting customer expectations. Key aspects of TQM include customer focus, prevention of defects, universal responsibility for quality, and continuous improvement. TQM seeks to involve all employees and use statistical tools to identify and address quality issues. When applied to business schools, TQM principles include synergistic relationships between faculty and students, leadership commitment to continuous improvement, and viewing the school as an ongoing system.
Total quality management (TQM) faces challenges in education due to: 1) rejection of industrial models and emphasis on individual students, 2) tradition of individual rather than collective responsibility for quality, and 3) belief that performance is determined by inputs rather than processes. TQM implementation in schools requires: 1) defining customers and empowering students, 2) conducting customer surveys to identify quality issues, and 3) setting ambitious goals to improve beyond traditional standards. Key procedures, classroom processes, and ongoing instructor evaluation are also important to apply TQM principles to education effectively.
Objective of this presentation is to get quick insight on different aspects of human resource management. This talks about the fundamental as
What is HRM?
Why HRM?
What is authority and its types?
Introduction to human resource managementTanuj Poddar
The document provides an introduction to human resource management. It discusses key points such as the definition of HRM, the history and evolution of HRM approaches, functions of HRM including strategic and operational functions, emerging roles of HRM, and challenges faced by HR professionals. Organizational structure and its relationship to HRM is also examined, including differences between formal and informal organizations as well as line and staff functions. The roles of HR executives are outlined.
AFCPE 2015 Paper-Empowering Information Intermediaries-11-15Barbara O'Neill
Description of the use of the Critical Incident Technique qualitative research method to evaluate a financial education training program for library professionals
The document summarizes a financial wellness program at the University of Colorado aimed at empowering employees to engage with their finances. It discusses the program's inception, goal of building financial confidence, and strategy of providing accessible and enjoyable resources. It also outlines the program's pedagogical philosophy, types of programming provided (seminars, workshops, consultations, events), methods for finding and vetting speakers, logistics, and communication channels used.
Housing first%2c coordinated access%2c and prioritizing presentation at ho...Geraldine McCafferty
1) Coordinated access began in Fairfield County, CT to prioritize housing resources for the homeless using the Vulnerability Index - Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (VI-SPDAT).
2) The Bridgeport Housing First Collaborative, consisting of 5 organizations, uses the VI-SPDAT and evidence-based practices to house the chronically homeless.
3) Since 2012, over 120 chronically homeless individuals and families have been housed through the collaborative with a 95% retention rate. This approach has led to a 50% reduction in chronic homelessness in the region.
Grandparents raising grandchildren strategies for effective service delivery ...rexnayee
This document summarizes strategies for effectively delivering services to custodial grandparents raising grandchildren. It outlines key issues faced by these families including legal, financial, health, mental health, social support, parenting and education challenges. It recommends that programs address the beliefs, barriers and needs of grandparents to build trust. Program staff should receive training to eliminate biases and focus on strengths. The program structure should offer population-specific, accessible services across locations and times. Supportive policies are also needed to help advocate for custodial grandfamilies.
The PIE Center aims to enhance public understanding of agriculture and natural resources issues through research and education. Housed within the University of Florida, the PIE Center conducts focus groups and communication audits. Its mission is to enhance public understanding of agriculture and natural resource issues through practical research in education, communication, and leadership development. The vision is an informed public engaged with these issues. Students can get involved through focus groups, communication audits, and other opportunities to build experience.
VolunteerNet is a proposed web-based solution to match volunteers with nonprofit organizations more effectively. It would use an algorithm to connect qualified volunteers to tailored initiatives online. Organizations could review candidate profiles, while volunteers and organizations would be engaged through forums on the site. The solution aims to address low volunteer engagement by streamlining the matching process. It is projected to first launch at Temple University and the Philadelphia area, then expand regionally and nationally over three years, becoming financially self-sustaining through small membership fees from organizations and volunteers.
The Importance of Research in the Immigrant and Refugee Serving Sector- Notis...ocasiconference
This document discusses the importance of communities conducting their own research to accurately represent themselves and address issues that affect them. It outlines how Women's Health in Women's Hands CHC started their research program in 1999 due to a lack of literature on women's health issues. Their objectives are to build knowledge about racialized women's health, foster leadership, inform programs/services, and ensure knowledge is shared widely. They conduct needs assessments and surveys to identify research priorities and have partnered with academics. The research aims to empower communities and influence policy. Accurate representation in research is critical so communities are not defined by weaknesses but by their strengths.
Best practice slides for gov conference mar 2016 finalrexnayee
This document summarizes the Commonwealth Council on Aging's Best Practices Awards program for 2006-2016. It recognizes excellence in aging programs that assist older adults to age in their communities through services that foster livable communities and home/community-based supports. Programs are judged in categories like innovation, cost-effectiveness, and impact. The 2016 awards recognized programs providing chronic disease self-management to inmates, transportation for veterans, and home repairs for low-income seniors. The Council disseminates information on award-winning programs to encourage replication across Virginia.
The 6|18 Initiative Case Study: Capitalizing on Partners' Unique Skills and S...Practical Playbook
This document discusses a collaboration between Medicaid agencies and public health departments called the 6|18 Initiative. The initiative aims to improve health outcomes and lower costs for six high-burden health conditions using eighteen evidence-based interventions. Through the initiative, Medicaid agencies utilized policy levers to improve coverage and promote service uptake, while public health departments contributed disease-specific expertise, helped translate evidence into data, and developed awareness campaigns. Key factors in the successful collaboration included early leadership buy-in, a joint work plan, and monthly coordination calls between the partners.
The PIE Center is housed within the University of Florida's Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences. Its mission is to enhance public understanding of agricultural and natural resource issues through research in education, communication, and leadership development. The Center conducts focus groups and communication audits to address the lack of public knowledge about agriculture and involvement in related systems. It provides research and solutions to improve informed decision-making.
This document provides a summary of Stefanie Valovic's experience and qualifications. It outlines her work history including positions at Blue Cross Blue Shield, the MA Department of Public Health, and the Boston Public Health Commission. It also lists her education credentials and areas of expertise such as health communities, injury prevention, and disease prevention. Finally, it highlights some of her technical skills and examples of success in her career.
Commonwealth council on aging best practice awards 2006-2016_darsrexnayee
The document discusses chronic disease self-management education (CDSME) programs. It notes that CDSME programs were developed by Stanford University and provide tools and skills to help people manage common health problems and symptoms. The programs have been shown through research to improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare use and costs. Virginia has implemented CDSME through area agencies on aging using a train-the-trainer model, with over 20,000 participants since 2010. The presentation describes local implementation examples and partnerships with correctional facilities.
Total Quality Management in Secondary EducationCarina Balbo
Total Quality Management in Secondary Education is a research study focusing on the organisation and performance of Academies under the new educational policy introduced by David Cameron and Nick Clegg's Coalition government, in the light of TQM. This is a case study of Kunskapsskolan's approach to school management which takes into account strategic planning, organisational considerations, leadership styles and approach to teamwork.
The document discusses implementing total quality management (TQM) in education. It describes how TQM was developed and adopted, then explains how some key TQM tools and techniques like the PDCA cycle, flow diagrams, brainstorming, data collection, graphs, and cause-and-effect diagrams can be applied to education to help solve problems and continually improve quality.
Total quality management (TQM) is an integrated organizational approach focused on continuously meeting customer expectations. Key aspects of TQM include customer focus, prevention of defects, universal responsibility for quality, and continuous improvement. TQM seeks to involve all employees and use statistical tools to identify and address quality issues. When applied to business schools, TQM principles include synergistic relationships between faculty and students, leadership commitment to continuous improvement, and viewing the school as an ongoing system.
Total quality management (TQM) faces challenges in education due to: 1) rejection of industrial models and emphasis on individual students, 2) tradition of individual rather than collective responsibility for quality, and 3) belief that performance is determined by inputs rather than processes. TQM implementation in schools requires: 1) defining customers and empowering students, 2) conducting customer surveys to identify quality issues, and 3) setting ambitious goals to improve beyond traditional standards. Key procedures, classroom processes, and ongoing instructor evaluation are also important to apply TQM principles to education effectively.
Objective of this presentation is to get quick insight on different aspects of human resource management. This talks about the fundamental as
What is HRM?
Why HRM?
What is authority and its types?
Introduction to human resource managementTanuj Poddar
The document provides an introduction to human resource management. It discusses key points such as the definition of HRM, the history and evolution of HRM approaches, functions of HRM including strategic and operational functions, emerging roles of HRM, and challenges faced by HR professionals. Organizational structure and its relationship to HRM is also examined, including differences between formal and informal organizations as well as line and staff functions. The roles of HR executives are outlined.
AFCPE 2015 Paper-Empowering Information Intermediaries-11-15Barbara O'Neill
Description of the use of the Critical Incident Technique qualitative research method to evaluate a financial education training program for library professionals
The document summarizes a financial wellness program at the University of Colorado aimed at empowering employees to engage with their finances. It discusses the program's inception, goal of building financial confidence, and strategy of providing accessible and enjoyable resources. It also outlines the program's pedagogical philosophy, types of programming provided (seminars, workshops, consultations, events), methods for finding and vetting speakers, logistics, and communication channels used.
Cliffs Notes from the Journal of Financial Planning & Counseling milfamln
This document provides an overview and summary of a webinar on summarizing research articles from the Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning (JFCP). The webinar aims to discuss key findings and implications from JFCP articles published between 2004-2013 on various personal finance topics. It outlines the objectives, benefits of producing and consuming research, and summarizes several articles on topics like money management, saving, and retirement planning in 3 sentences or less. The webinar also includes polls to engage participants and discussions on applying research findings to practice.
This document discusses various methods and metrics for evaluating the impact of face-to-face educational programs and social media outreach, including surveys, focus groups, interviews, tests, and observations. It emphasizes the importance of measuring outcomes like learning, knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and conditions to demonstrate a program's value. Specific evaluation tools are described, such as logic models, post-then-pre surveys, critical incident technique, social media metrics, and public value statements for sharing results.
Diversity training grants supported by the NIH are multi-million dollar grants that seek to increase the
numbers of underrepresented minorities in the biomedical sciences. Specifically, these training grants aim
to augment the presence of certain groups— namely minorities (such as African-Americans, American
Indians, Alaska Natives, Hispanic/Latino Americans and U.S. Pacific Islanders) as well as individuals with
disabilities in the biomedical work force.
Leading a team of qualified individuals from various backgrounds and perspectives has proven to be an
effective strategy towards the resolution of complex scientific dilemmas. These grants represent a great
opportunity to make a difference and the NIH recognizes this. In 2011 alone over 39 million dollars were
awarded across 160 approved R25 grant applications. And this is just one of the many diversity-driven
grants currently available.
During this diversity-spirited Webinar, your expert presenter will cover the full range of what these training
grants entail. Special attention will be given to the R25 and T34 grants, but others will be discussed as well.
Walk away with a clear understanding of their mechanism and focus, the basic structure of these grants as
well as their collaborative nature.
This document discusses methods and metrics for evaluating financial education programs, including face-to-face classes and social media outreach. It recommends collecting both quantitative and qualitative outcome data through surveys, focus groups, interviews and observations to assess changes in knowledge, attitudes, behaviors and skills. Specific evaluation methods described include pre-post surveys, post-then-pre retrospective evaluations, critical incident technique, and analyzing social media engagement metrics and surveys. The document stresses the importance of clearly defining program outcomes and communicating evaluation results to demonstrate the value of financial education programs to funders and the public.
Personal Health & Finance Quiz Presentation-FERMA-03-16Barbara O'Neill
This document summarizes a workshop on the relationships between personal health and finances. It describes the Small Steps to Health and Wealth program, which encourages simultaneous improvements in health behaviors and financial management. Evaluation tools for the program include a pre-post knowledge test and the Personal Health and Finance Quiz described in the document. Research findings presented show links between financial factors and health outcomes, as well as behaviors like savings and health behaviors. The document advocates using an interdisciplinary approach to address both personal finance and health issues.
There are many examples of evidence-informed decision making (EIDM) among public health professionals and organizations in Canada. However, there are limited mechanisms in place to facilitate the sharing of these stories within the public health community. The National Collaborating Centre for Methods and Tools (NCCMT) seeks to address this gap with an interactive, peer-led webinar series featuring a collection of EIDM success stories in public health.
These success stories will illustrate what EIDM in public health practice, programs and policy looks like across the country.
Join us to engage with public health practitioners across Canada as they share their success stories of using or implementing EIDM in the real world. Learn about the strategies and tools used by presenters to improve the use of evidence.
Featuring:
Knowledge broker training for evidence-informed decision making: Building capacity in public health
Lori Greco and Dr. Megan Ward, Region of Peel Public Health
Region of Peel Public Health has identified evidence-informed decision making as a strategic priority, termed End-to-End Public Health Practice. Learn more about how this health unit is building internal capacity for knowledge brokering and evidence-informed decision making.
Making evidence-informed decisions about the Alberta Public Health well-child visit: The art and the science
Farah Bandali and Maureen Devolin, Alberta Health Services
In Alberta, there was decreasing time available for non-immunization well-child clinic visit activities and these activities varied at clinics across the province. Learn more about how these authors used evidence-informed decision making to decide on which routine activities to include in non-immunization well-child clinic activities.
The document summarizes discussions and presentations from a meeting of the California Community Care Coordination Collaborative. In the morning, various county projects provided updates on their care coordination efforts and challenges. This included projects in San Joaquin, San Mateo, Ventura, and Orange Counties. Participants then discussed using kidsdata.org and other county projects. The afternoon included a training from Family Voices of California on family advocacy and leadership. A parent also shared their perspective on the advocacy training.
This document discusses approaches to evidence-based policymaking, including:
1) Evidence-based grant making which funds programs with rigorous evidence and requires continuous evaluation.
2) What Works Clearinghouses which are websites that provide information on effective social programs.
3) Systematic reviews of agency portfolios which involve an independent agency reviewing programs and linking additional funds to outcomes.
Meaningful Measures: Why size (and volume) doesn't matterRebecca Jones
This document provides a framework for developing a performance measurement system for libraries. It begins by outlining key underlying assumptions, such as the difficulty of establishing a "culture of assessment" in libraries. It then presents a multi-step framework for defining and implementing meaningful performance measures. The steps include understanding the context, aligning strategies and objectives, identifying services and programs, defining measures, managing measurement data, translating data into outcomes and impacts, and communicating results. Examples are provided for each step to illustrate how to apply the framework. The overall goal is to select measures that demonstrate the library's impact and value to its stakeholders.
This document summarizes an upcoming division meeting for the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support. It provides information on the following events:
1) A lecture and Q&A with author Dr. Meg Jay on March 4th about her book "The Defining Decade" that is open to all university faculty, staff, and students.
2) A call for proposals due on March 7th for developing habits of highly effective student affairs professionals on May 14th.
3) Weekly "What's Dennis Reading" breakfasts on February 28th and April 11th at 8:00 AM at the College Grounds Cafe.
4) The January winners of the GEMS drawing from various departments within the
This session will provide a basic review of evaluation methodologies for SBHCs. The presenters, both experienced SBHC evaluators, will first provide participants with a brief overview of SBHC evaluation, including the importance of data collection and evaluation and indicators to consider to demonstrate the value of SBHCs. The presenters will then review several data collection methods, including service data collection, school-wide and targeted surveys (for students, clients, school staff and parents), focus groups, and academic data collection, such as classroom instruction time saved logs. Finally, the presenters will share strategies for dissemination, including a preview of a simple Excel template that SBHCs can tailor with their own information and use as a marketing tool. The workshop will be geared toward SBHC representatives who have little or no evaluation experience, but who have a dedication to collecting and disseminating data to highlight their SBHC efforts.
This document discusses strategies for promoting savings behavior during America Saves Week. It provides data on current savings rates and financial fragility in the US. Research on characteristics of successful savers is presented, such as using savings rules and visualizing long-term goals. Suggestions are made for how to encourage savings, including automatic savings, financial education, matching programs, prize-linked savings accounts, and motivational text messages. The document encourages organizations to participate in America Saves Week activities and outlines available resources.
Project PARTNER (Partnering with Adolescents to Ready The Newest Engaged Rese...YTH
The intersection of community engagement, research, and interactive technology is an innovative way for youth to develop leadership and 21st century skills. The California Adolescent Health Collaborative and community health clinic partners, Livingston Community Health and Asian Health Services, developed Project PARTNER, where youth in rural and urban communities learn critical thinking, problem solving, and collaborative processes through researching community health issues. \n\nYouth and adult allies from the health clinics were recruited to be members of a cross-generational and cross-regional community advisory board and were trained in research methodology. The online educational technology platform Kahoot!, and the mobile app Kahoot!, were utilized in training members on research fundamentals. The advisory boards then developed community surveys through Google Forms and utilized its mobile app feature to canvas neighborhoods to obtain community data. With data collected, they will develop research questions and participate in collaborative cross-site activities to support their research.
There are many examples of evidence-informed decision making (EIDM) among public health professionals and organizations in Canada. However, there are limited mechanisms in place to facilitate the sharing of these stories within the public health community. The National Collaborating Centre for Methods and Tools (NCCMT) seeks to address this gap with an interactive, peer-led webinar series featuring a collection of EIDM success stories in public health.
These success stories will illustrate what EIDM in public health practice, programs and policy looks like across the country.
Join us to engage with public health practitioners across Canada as they share their success stories of using or implementing EIDM in the real world. Learn about the strategies and tools used by presenters to improve the use of evidence.
Building a cultural foundation for EIDM: An evaluative thinking communications campaign
Kristin Beaton, Huron County Health Unit
In an effort to build evaluation and evidence-informed decision making capacity, Huron County Health Unit has implemented several strategies to encourage evaluative thinking. Learn more about how this health unit built a learning organizational culture.
Testing integrated knowledge translation processes to improve the participation of children with disabilities in leisure activities in British Columbia
Dr. Ebele Mogo and Dr. Keiko Shikako-Thomas, McGill University
To improve policies on physical activity promotion for people with disabilities, this team undertook a project to bridge the evidence to policy gap. Learn more about how a community forum and policy dialogue were used to help bridge this gap and inform policymakers about evidence.
EFERMA 2012 Workshop #2-Smart Investing at library-02-12Barbara O'Neill
Libraries are receiving funding to provide financial education programs but are prohibited from using financial professionals as speakers. This creates an opportunity for cooperative extensions and non-profits to partner with libraries. The author discusses her experience partnering with two library systems, providing 30 consumer classes and staff trainings in New Jersey, and 42 programs for New York Public Library staff. Libraries are well-suited to provide financial education due to qualities like being a trusted resource and providing free services and resources. Both libraries and partners benefit, with libraries gaining expertise and partners accessing new audiences.
Iika Hypolite has over 10 years of experience working in clinical and forensic psychology. She holds a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from The University of the West Indies. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maryland and has held various clinical roles, including as a clinical peer reviewer, community support specialist, case manager for a pretrial services agency, and psychiatric rehabilitation coordinator. She has additional training in ethics, justice issues, and HIV/AIDS.
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This document provides the syllabus for a Personal Finance course at Rutgers University. The key details include:
- The course covers topics like financial planning, banking, credit, investing, and retirement planning to help students develop important money management skills.
- Students' grades will be based on exams, assignments analyzing financial tools and products, and a group case study presentation.
- The goal is for students to gain knowledge and confidence to take control of their financial futures and make wise personal financial decisions.
Inflation Causes, Impacts, Mitigation Strategies, and BenefitsBarbara O'Neill
60-minute webinar for AFCPE on 05/11/23 that discusses the causes and impacts of inflation and several dozen strategies to mitigate the effects of higer prices on household budgets.
Income Tax Issues for Older Adults-02-23-UPDATED.pptxBarbara O'Neill
This document provides information about taxes and retirement planning for older adults in 2023. It discusses the standard deduction amounts for single and married filers both under and over age 65. It also summarizes the required minimum distribution percentages that must be withdrawn from retirement accounts each year starting at age 72, and how those percentages increase with the account owner's age. Lastly, it mentions the increased contribution limits for employer retirement plans and IRAs for those over age 50.
Barbara O'Neill has over 40 years of experience in personal finance education and research. She holds a Ph.D. in resource management and family economics and has authored or co-authored seven books. As an Extension Specialist at Rutgers University, she developed numerous personal finance programs and educational resources. She has received many awards for her contributions to the field and has held leadership roles in major professional associations.
This document provides strategies for older adults to fight inflation, including reducing spending on groceries, eating out, gas, utilities, clothing, and big ticket items. It recommends saving and investing strategies like laddering fixed income securities and considering I bonds, fixed annuities, and high yield savings accounts. Positive aspects of inflation include Social Security COLAs and the impact of inflation on debtors. The document outlines additional lifelines for all ages, like government benefits, and for older adults, like reverse mortgages and working in later life. It concludes by emphasizing developing an individual inflation-fighting plan through small, consistent habits.
This document discusses common sources of retirement income for farm families. It lists seven main sources: 1) Social Security, 2) income from off-farm jobs like pensions or retirement plans, 3) rental income from land/buildings/equipment, 4) individual retirement accounts, 5) simplified employee pensions for self-employed individuals, 6) investment income, and 7) continued income from the farm like crop/animal payments or agritourism. It also promotes an online course on later life farming from Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
The document lists entries for a cookie contest divided into 4 categories: Children Under 7 had 4 entries, Children 7-12 had 5 entries, Teens 13-18 had 3 entries, and Adults 19+ had 12 entries. The document organized the entries by category and included the age of some entrants.
This document provides a resource list on personal finance topics in 2022, including inflation, interest rates, savings, housing, taxes, credit, student loans, and cars. It summarizes over 30 articles from sources like The Wall Street Journal, Federal Reserve, IRS, and CFPB on these issues. The articles discuss rising inflation, gas and food prices, the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, declining home sales as mortgage rates increase, student loan forgiveness programs, and high used car prices.
This document provides a resource list on personal finance topics in 2022, including inflation, interest rates, savings, housing, taxes, credit, student loans, and cars. It summarizes over 30 articles from sources like The Wall Street Journal, Federal Reserve, IRS, and CFPB on these issues. The articles discuss rising inflation, gas and food prices, the Federal Reserve raising interest rates several times to combat inflation, slowing housing market activity due to high mortgage rates, tax filing statistics and credits, medical debt reporting changes, student loan forgiveness programs and lawsuits, and decreasing used car prices after prior spikes.
Income Tax Issues for Older Adults-MTP-02-22.pdfBarbara O'Neill
This document discusses income tax issues that are especially relevant for older adults. It covers 13 tax topics, including required minimum distributions from retirement accounts that must begin at age 72, the increased standard deduction for those aged 65 and older, taxation of Social Security benefits, catch-up contribution limits for those over 50, and the elimination of early withdrawal penalties for retirement funds after age 59.5. It provides examples and explanations for each topic to help older adults understand and plan for their unique tax situations.
Beyond legal documents, there are 12 additional planning strategies that can help ensure a "good ending" for someone at the end of their life. These strategies include simplifying assets, creating a financial notebook, compiling digital and beneficiary asset inventories, writing letters of instruction, planning end-of-life communications, and considering lifetime gifts. Taking steps like these can provide peace of mind for the individual and make the tasks of executors and family less difficult during a stressful time. The presentation provides templates and examples for implementing many of the suggested strategies.
Give Yourself a Financial Check-Up-Older Adult VersionBarbara O'Neill
This document provides various financial check-up tools and methods for assessing an individual's financial health, with a focus on tools for older adults. It outlines 25 different check-ups across several categories, including financial statements, financial planning, investments, later life planning, personal characteristics, and assessment/comparison tools. For each check-up, worksheets and calculation examples are provided. The goal is to help individuals evaluate their financial strengths and weaknesses and identify areas for improvement.
Five Tips to Flip Your Retirement Switch-06-22.pdfBarbara O'Neill
This document outlines five tips for adjusting one's spending and finances in retirement. It discusses flipping the switch from saving to spending by stepping outside one's comfort zone with spending and automating savings withdrawals. It also addresses creating a steady income stream through withdrawal plans, adjusting to changes in income by potentially working, spending less, or tapping home equity, managing income taxes strategically, and ramping up philanthropy in retirement.
Dr. Barbara O'Neill discusses leveraging LinkedIn for career advancement and professional development. She shares that maintaining an active LinkedIn profile with regular posts, 500+ connections, engaging with others, and adding visuals can help professionals build their personal brand and be visible to recruiters. LinkedIn is important as both a job searching and information sharing tool for professionals.
Digital Assets Inventory Presentation-BMO-04-22.pdfBarbara O'Neill
This document discusses how to inventory and protect your digital assets. It defines digital assets as any personal information stored electronically, and notes that the average American has 25 logins and $55,000 worth of digital assets. It recommends creating a detailed digital asset inventory, determining goals for your digital assets, considering revisions to estate planning documents, and regularly reviewing your inventory. Key steps include identifying asset categories, using a password manager, and designating a digital executor to access accounts after death.
Creating Attractive Graphics for Documents and Social Media discusses various types of graphics that can be used, including stock images, personal photos, hand drawings, grayed out images, Canva graphics, PowerPoint images, Bitmojis, photo collages, charts and infographics, GIFs, and memes. It provides tips for using each type, such as using Pixabay for free stock images, graying out images in PowerPoint for a soft effect, and using apps like PicCollage or websites like Giphy to make collages and find GIFs. The document encourages selecting a few new visual types to try based on one's needs and interests.
The document describes 35 useful personal finance websites organized by topic such as calculating investments, checking credit reports, learning about taxes, and monitoring accounts. It provides the URL for each site and a brief one sentence description. Additional resources from meeting participants are requested at the end. Common reasons people visit financial websites are also outlined, such as doing calculations, learning about topics, and following respected leaders. Features of good sites mentioned are being mobile friendly, having intuitive designs, and including financial literacy resources.
Enhancing Asset Quality: Strategies for Financial Institutionsshruti1menon2
Ensuring robust asset quality is not just a mere aspect but a critical cornerstone for the stability and success of financial institutions worldwide. It serves as the bedrock upon which profitability is built and investor confidence is sustained. Therefore, in this presentation, we delve into a comprehensive exploration of strategies that can aid financial institutions in achieving and maintaining superior asset quality.
"Does Foreign Direct Investment Negatively Affect Preservation of Culture in the Global South? Case Studies in Thailand and Cambodia."
Do elements of globalization, such as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), negatively affect the ability of countries in the Global South to preserve their culture? This research aims to answer this question by employing a cross-sectional comparative case study analysis utilizing methods of difference. Thailand and Cambodia are compared as they are in the same region and have a similar culture. The metric of difference between Thailand and Cambodia is their ability to preserve their culture. This ability is operationalized by their respective attitudes towards FDI; Thailand imposes stringent regulations and limitations on FDI while Cambodia does not hesitate to accept most FDI and imposes fewer limitations. The evidence from this study suggests that FDI from globally influential countries with high gross domestic products (GDPs) (e.g. China, U.S.) challenges the ability of countries with lower GDPs (e.g. Cambodia) to protect their culture. Furthermore, the ability, or lack thereof, of the receiving countries to protect their culture is amplified by the existence and implementation of restrictive FDI policies imposed by their governments.
My study abroad in Bali, Indonesia, inspired this research topic as I noticed how globalization is changing the culture of its people. I learned their language and way of life which helped me understand the beauty and importance of cultural preservation. I believe we could all benefit from learning new perspectives as they could help us ideate solutions to contemporary issues and empathize with others.
The Impact of Generative AI and 4th Industrial RevolutionPaolo Maresca
This infographic explores the transformative power of Generative AI, a key driver of the 4th Industrial Revolution. Discover how Generative AI is revolutionizing industries, accelerating innovation, and shaping the future of work.
Independent Study - College of Wooster Research (2023-2024) FDI, Culture, Glo...AntoniaOwensDetwiler
"Does Foreign Direct Investment Negatively Affect Preservation of Culture in the Global South? Case Studies in Thailand and Cambodia."
Do elements of globalization, such as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), negatively affect the ability of countries in the Global South to preserve their culture? This research aims to answer this question by employing a cross-sectional comparative case study analysis utilizing methods of difference. Thailand and Cambodia are compared as they are in the same region and have a similar culture. The metric of difference between Thailand and Cambodia is their ability to preserve their culture. This ability is operationalized by their respective attitudes towards FDI; Thailand imposes stringent regulations and limitations on FDI while Cambodia does not hesitate to accept most FDI and imposes fewer limitations. The evidence from this study suggests that FDI from globally influential countries with high gross domestic products (GDPs) (e.g. China, U.S.) challenges the ability of countries with lower GDPs (e.g. Cambodia) to protect their culture. Furthermore, the ability, or lack thereof, of the receiving countries to protect their culture is amplified by the existence and implementation of restrictive FDI policies imposed by their governments.
My study abroad in Bali, Indonesia, inspired this research topic as I noticed how globalization is changing the culture of its people. I learned their language and way of life which helped me understand the beauty and importance of cultural preservation. I believe we could all benefit from learning new perspectives as they could help us ideate solutions to contemporary issues and empathize with others.
Abhay Bhutada, the Managing Director of Poonawalla Fincorp Limited, is an accomplished leader with over 15 years of experience in commercial and retail lending. A Qualified Chartered Accountant, he has been pivotal in leveraging technology to enhance financial services. Starting his career at Bank of India, he later founded TAB Capital Limited and co-founded Poonawalla Finance Private Limited, emphasizing digital lending. Under his leadership, Poonawalla Fincorp achieved a 'AAA' credit rating, integrating acquisitions and emphasizing corporate governance. Actively involved in industry forums and CSR initiatives, Abhay has been recognized with awards like "Young Entrepreneur of India 2017" and "40 under 40 Most Influential Leader for 2020-21." Personally, he values mindfulness, enjoys gardening, yoga, and sees every day as an opportunity for growth and improvement.
An accounting information system (AIS) refers to tools and systems designed for the collection and display of accounting information so accountants and executives can make informed decisions.
Falcon stands out as a top-tier P2P Invoice Discounting platform in India, bridging esteemed blue-chip companies and eager investors. Our goal is to transform the investment landscape in India by establishing a comprehensive destination for borrowers and investors with diverse profiles and needs, all while minimizing risk. What sets Falcon apart is the elimination of intermediaries such as commercial banks and depository institutions, allowing investors to enjoy higher yields.
6. SSHW Elevator Statement
Small Steps to Health and Wealth™
encourages participants to make positive
behavior changes to
simultaneously improve
their health and personal finances
7. Personal Health and
Finance Quiz
• Believed to be FIRST combined publicly available
online health and personal finance behavioral
practice assessment
• IRB approved at Rutgers
http://njaes.rutgers.edu/money/health-finance-quiz/
10. Latest MFLNPF Webinar
2015 Personal Finance Year in Review
Tuesday, December 1 at 11:00 am EST
This 90-minute webinar will discuss “hot button” personal finance
issues in 2015 that will continue to be of interest to consumers and
financial practitioners in 2016. Some key topics include increasing
rates of personal data hacking and tax refund identity theft,
changes in credit scoring, stock market volatility, and continued
implementation of the Affordable Care Act. The webinar will
conclude with a discussion of strategies to reduce federal and/or
state income taxes while there is still time and preview 2016
changes in income tax, estate tax, Social Security, and other
government regulations.
11. NJ Department of Education
Grant Funding:
Guaranteed by State Law!
http://sebsnjaesnews.rutgers.edu/2014/05/rutg
ers-designated-new-jersey-financial-education-
provider/
12. NJ DoE Funding
Deliverables
• Financial Education Boot Camps
• Webinars
• Lesson Plans (aligned with state standards)
Financial Education Lesson Plans
• Risks and Benefits of Entrepreneurship (85k PDF)
• Compound Interest: Your Best Friend or Worst Enemy (106k PDF)
• Know the Score: Credit Score Modeling and Impacts (360k PDF)
• The Impact of Inflation (128k PDF)
• Monetary Transaction Tools (572k PDF)
13. Other Recent Grants
With Libraries
Provided financial education programs and
webinars for patrons and/or library staff
14. Grants to Promote Saving
and America Saves Week
• Social Media Engagement
• Webinars
• Online Savings Challenge
15. Grants With RCE ARMA
Department Colleagues
• Annie’s Project-NJ
• Preparing for Later Life Farming
16. Undergraduate Course
• Class Web Site: http://rci.rutgers.edu/~boneill/
• Lots of hands-on application activities
17. Major Research Interests
• Impact of financial education programs
• Evaluation of social media outreach
• Financial practices of U.S. households
• Investment risk tolerance
• Relationships between personal health and
finances
18. RCE Online Quizzes Provide
Rich Research Data
Assessment Tools: http://njaes.rutgers.edu/money/
• Financial Fitness Quiz
• Identity Theft Risk Assessment Quiz
• Investment Risk Tolerance Quiz
• Personal Health and Finance Quiz
• Personal Resiliency Resources Assessment Quiz
• Wise Credit Management Quiz
19. “Maintenance” Work
• Monthly Investing for Your Future message:
http://articles.extension.org/pages/10871/ifyf-monthly-investing-messages
• Monthly Small Steps to Health and Wealth™
message:
http://njaes.rutgers.edu/sshw/message/message.asp?p=Finance&m=310
• New Jersey Herald column: 13 times per year
• Annual web site updates and edits
20. Other RCE Extension
Specialist Work
• Frequent media interviews (print, radio, TV)
• Frequent tweeting: @moneytalk1
• Twitter chats and Google Hangouts
• Professional training programs
• Public presentation programs
• Lots more. See CV: http://rci.rutgers.edu/~boneill/VITA-06-15.pdf