Upcoming online workshop focusing on Optimal Health for People with Disabilities: October 1
Optimal Health for All – Indianapolis area
October 1, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET
Free Online Workshop
Register now: https://iu.zoom.us/meeting/
One in four people in Indiana have a disability. Given the number of Hoosier with disabilities, and the desire of making health care more accessible, it is important to understand how to best accommodate and effectively communicate with people with disabilities. The online workshop will feature a panel of Hoosiers with disabilities from the Indianapolis and Central Indiana area, Dr. Amy Sekhar, a trainer on disability sensitivity and equitable practices, and Dr. Jae Chul Lee from the Center for Health Equity. By attending this workshop, you will gain new insights and be better prepared to help people with disabilities obtain their optimal health goals. This 3-hour online workshop will cover:
- The current landscape for disability and health in Indiana (Dr. Jae Chul Lee)
- Common barriers experienced by people with disabilities in health care or health promotion settings
- Disability awareness, sensitivity, and effective communication (Dr. Amy Sekhar)
Continuing Education: The Center for Health Equity at Indiana University can provide 3.0 instructional hours/continuing education credits for the following: Behavioral Health/Human Services (Social Work, Counselors); Dentists and Dental Hygienists; and Certificate of Attendance
It’s a free workshop. Registration is open: https://iu.zoom.us/meeting/
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