QIO NHQI Weekly Update :: June 6, 2008  

 

 

TIP OF THE WEEK

A Matter of Balance

Volunteer as a Lay Leader for ODH Falls Program

 

July 22-23, 2008 – Columbus, Ohio

 

With funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Ohio Department of Health is sponsoring master trainer courses in Columbus on July 22-23, 2008 for “A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falling.” The training program stems from a nationally recognized program developed by MaineHealth’s Partnership for Healthy Aging (PFHA).

 

MASTER TRAINER JOB DESCRIPTION:

A Master Trainer is responsible for teaching the A Matter of Balance (MOB) curriculum to coaches and providing them with guidance and support as they lead the MOB classes.

 

Criteria for Leadership:

  • Experience and interest in working with older adults
  • Knowledge about the special needs of older adults
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with group process and facilitation
  • Comfortable teaching, leading group discussion and role play
  • Willingness to learn about and support the principles and protocols of evidence-based programs
  • Enthusiastic about being a member of a team
  • Dependable
  • Able to use audiovisual equipment (TV/VCR, overhead projector)
  • Able to perform range of motion and low-level endurance exercises and to demonstrate A Matter of Balance exercises
  • Able to carry up to 20 lbs
  • Life experience that includes an education or healthcare background a plus

Training Expectations:

  • Attend a two-day Master Trainer session and earn A Matter of Balance Master Trainer Certification
  • Participate in annual Master Trainer Update
  • Agree to provide training sessions for A Matter of Balance volunteer coaches

Classroom Responsibilities:

  • Prepare for coach training sessions by reviewing the MOB manual and materials
  • Maintain fidelity to the program by presenting the curriculum according to the directions, training and materials provided
  • Encourage interactive discussion about the concepts and skills presented
  • Demonstrate the exercises as outlined in the MOB program
  • Encourage socializing, sharing, and problem-solving among the coaches
  • Conduct coach satisfaction survey at the end of training
  • Have fun!

Mentoring Responsibilities:

  • Assess each coach’s understanding, ability and comfort with leading MOB classes
  • Be available to answer questions and provide support for coaches
  • Observe and evaluate the volunteer coaches using the Coach Observation tool and process
  • Encourage and collect feedback from coaches using the Coach Feedback form
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide a therapist or healthcare professional visit to the MOB class using the Guest Therapist Handbook as a resource.
  • Pair experienced coach with a new coach whenever possible

Confidentiality, Communication, & Record Keeping:

  • A MOB coach and participant information is confidential. Each Master Trainer is required to sign “A Pledge of Confidentiality”
  • Master Trainers are encouraged to record “lessons learned” and identify opportunities for improvement

MOB Most Frequently Asked Questions

 

REGISTRATION FORMS:

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

http://www.healthyohioprogram.org/healthpromotion/healthylifestyle/balance.aspx

 

 

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT

 

Facility Assessment Checklist for Pressure Ulcers
Facility assessment checklists are tools used to assess current pressure ulcer management systems and identify areas for improvement. These checklists are designed for completion by a director of nursing or other team leader who knows the facility's processes of care.

 

 

IN THE NEWS

 

STUDY RESULTS SUGGEST SPOUSAL DEATH MAY INCREASE ODDS OF NURSING HOME CARE

May 30, 2008 -- Reuters Health -- According to sociology researchers from the University of Helsinki in Finland, an older person's likelihood of entering a nursing home or other long-term care facility is particularly high immediately after the death of a spouse. Read more >>

 

RESEARCHERS IDENTIFY FALLS AS RISK AFTER STROKE SURVIVORS LEAVE HOSPITAL

May 30, 2008 -- Reuters Health -- During the 6-month period following a stroke, falls are common and often result in injury requiring medical treatment, according to surveys of more than 1,000 stroke survivors in New Zealand. Read more >>

 

HHS PLAN TO ENCOURAGE NATIONWIDE ADOPTION OF HEALTH IT

June 3, 2008 -- HHS -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources released a comprehensive plan to support the President’s 2004 objectives to advance the use of health information technology by 2010. Read more >>

 

 

 

INDUSTRY EVENTS

 

2008 Quality Summit

 

 

Alzheimer’s Association Training Events

 

AOPHA Events

 

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Courses

 

Cuyahoga Community College Spring ’08 Continuing Education Schedule for Gerontology Professionals

 

Medicare Learning Network: Learning resources and products for the healthcare professional.

 

Ohio Department of Health, Technical Assistance Program – New Programs

 

Ohio Health Care Association Events

 

 

 

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