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Parenting Training Program |
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Started in 2001, this program has aimed at increasing the parenting skills and capacities of parents and caregivers with the goal of improving the health outcomes of their children. So far, this program has consisted of sixteen weeks of instruction. The Different Types of Parenting, Discipline, Parental Negotiation Skills, Conflict Resolution have been among some of the topics of discussion. The program has provided free assistance to families with professional staff readily accessible. |
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Bringing Education, Empowerment and Health Choices |
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Targeting the older adult population, the BEEHC program provides information, advice and resources to help reduce major risk factors associated with chronic ailments. Since its creation in 1999, this bi-monthly program reaches out to men and women ages 55 and over. There is no criteria for attending. This is a public forum where everyone regardless of color, creed, religion and sexual orientation is welcomed. Health care specialists and other field professionals are often guest speakers at this forum. |
“Saving lives with Education and Screening”Why the BHP Program?We recognize the need to educate minority women and emerging ethnic populations on breast health and breast care. BHP Goals:- to increase breast cancer awareness in multicultural communities and provide information/resources on risk factors, prevention methods and treatment options.
- to dispel the myths associated with breast cancer using culturally-sensitive approaches.
- to energize all cancer-diagnosed women and encourage them to continue their journey.
Description of BHP:Annual Breast Cancer Conference - 2001 – present
Outreach Program
Radio Program
Publication
Referral
Supporting Activities
CONFERENCE:- Comprises a four-hour instruction and discussion designed to reach health care practitioners, breast cancer survivors and general community members.
- Reaches underserved women whose age, race, SES, disability and lifestyle make it more difficult or less likely for them to access health care - specifically screening and education.
Programs demonstrate commitment: - to provide not only education and printed information on Breast Health, but establish direct access to medical providers
- to conduct culturally competent and age appropriate programs
- to encourage women to have a screening mammogram and CBE on an annual basis
- to develop efficient educational programs toward ensuring the wellness and success of communities at large.
- to increase access to health care especially in the women’s population and help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives
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Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome |
Focus on vulnerable populations and educate:
Young Women and Men:- on HIV/AIDS including HIV transmission and prevention
- on improving their physical and mental abilities through healthy behaviors and practices
- on available community resources and supportive programs
- on respect and value clarification
Partner with and educate:
The Faith-Based Community Leaders:
- to become familiar with HIV/AIDS prevention and help understand HIV disease
- to learn how to provide culturally appropriate HIV information and services to church members
- to increase awareness and understanding of specific strategies and programs to addresses HIV/AIDS
- to organize open discussions on how faith communities can support those affected by HIV/AIDS
- to introduce this group to the Capacity-Skill Building concept for their ministry
AIDS Program Faith-Based Committee:
Enable community leaders: - to have ownership
- to network with representatives from different faith communities and community-based organizations
- to bring more people together to share knowledge and experiences
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