Faculty Series on Balancing Work and Life
by Kathleen McCoy |
Faculty Series on Balancing Work and Life: Focus on Health and Elder Care
Health Literacy and Experiences from the "Front Lines"
Tuesday, April 8, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., GHH 103
For the growing population of older Americans aged 65 years or older -- expected to reach more than 71 million by 2030 -- difficulties with health literacy can complicate already challenging health problems. Health literacy has to do with how well people understand and are able to use health information to take action on their health. Health literacy will be discussed during this session as well as experiences that participants have had with the medical establishment in interacting with their ill loved ones. Please bring your experiences and willingness to share with the group. Presenters: Jean Ballantyne, School of Nursing; Eva Kopacz, School of Social Work; Rosellen Rosich, Alaska Geriatric Education Center.
Please register at http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/cafe/events/balancing-work-and-life.cfm .
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