Addressing Barriers to Diabetes Prevention for Older Residents of Public Housing

Hosted by the National Center for Equitable Care for Elders (NCECE) and the National Center for Health in Public Housing (NCHPH)

Dates:

Session 1: April 27, 2021 1:00-2:00PM ET -- View the recording here

Session 2: May 4, 2021 1:00-2:00PM ET: -- View the recording here

Summary: Older adults living in communities with limited access to healthy foods or safe places to exercise can be at an increased risk for developing diabetes. This two-part webinar series will review behavioral interventions that incorporate age-specific considerations for public housing residents to delay or prevent type 2 diabetes.

After participating in this webinar, participants will be able to: Describe environmental and personal factors that influence the ability of older adults to engage in healthy lifestyle behaviors Identify strategies for effective case management that address social determinants of health that impact diabetes prevalence Collaborate with community programs and advocacy organizations to promote available resources for nutritional assistance

After participating in this webinar, participants will be able to:

Describe environmental and personal factors that influence the ability of older adults to engage in healthy lifestyle behaviors
Identify strategies for effective case management that address social determinants of health that impact diabetes prevalence
Collaborate with community programs and advocacy organizations to promote available resources for nutritional assistance

Intended audience: Health center providers and staff who care for older public housing residents