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Coalitions and Learning Collaboratives are groups of community partners with a vested interest in advancing health outcomes in their community. These groups connect clinical and community partners to work towards a shared goal of greater health for all members of the community.
Cardiovascular Health Learning Collaboratives
The Cardiovascular Health Learning Collaboratives (LCs) connect healthcare professionals and community partners to share best practices and implement changes based on community-wide cardiovascular health data. They meet monthly and follow the PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) rapid cycle improvement process to implement changes within cardiovascular health. Any community members or organizations interested in advancing heart health are welcome to join.
To register and receive information about upcoming meetings, please fill out the survey at the bottom of the page.
See accessible PDFThe Nebraska Cardiovascular Health Learning Collaborative formed 3 workgroups to work towards greater heart health for all Nebraskans.
Community Care - This group focuses on place-based care and workplace wellness, emphasizing bringing healthcare back into community spaces.
- Workgroup members are surveying residents in Northeast Nebraska to learn more about food access and nutrition education. The results will be shared with the residents and used to develop an action plan towards bettering community health in food access and nutrition.
Health Education & Outreach - This group focuses on expanding cardiovascular health information beyond healthcare facilities and emphasizes education and awareness.
- This workgroup is expanding Health Coaches for Hypertension Control (HCHC) classes to two rural counties, Knox and Hitchcock, that have higher rates of obesity and coronary heart disease, but do not have any Living Well classes. Group members are coordinating with local health educators to reach those in need.
Provider Development & Recognition - This group focuses on supporting healthcare providers with cardiovascular health trainings, resources, and recognition programs.
- Workgroup members are creating three (3) informational guides for 1)patients/individuals, 2)healthcare providers, and 3)public health professionals with guidance on low-cost cardiovascular health resources and solutions.
- Butler, Polk, Seward, and York counties
Current work includes developing and promoting nutrition health education and supporting community health workshops, as well as launching BP stations in partnership with the American Heart Association and the 'Libraries with Heart' initiative.
Contact Chris at chrisb@fourcorners.ne.gov for more information!
- Antelope, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Holt, Keya Paha, Knox, Pierce, and Rock counties
Current work includes supporting referrals for the Health Coaches for Hypertension Control (HCHC) program, encouraging blood pressure measurements at health fairs, and promoting physical activity resources in each community. Check out the physical activity (PA) guide that outlines all PA opportunities in the North Central District!
Physical Activity Guide
Contact Jennifer at jennifer@ncdhd.ne.gov for more information!
- Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee, and Richardson counties
Current work includes improving transportation access in areas of highest need and promoting community meal programs, as well as taking BP measurements at community events.
Contact Chris at celtiste@sedhd.org for more information!
- Arthur, Hooker, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, and Thomas counties
Current work includes organizing and attending health fairs to provide cardiovascular screenings, wellness education, and developing a coordinated cardiovascular health educational media plan. Group members are planning cooking classes and placing BP stations around the West Central District.
Contact Meghan at trevinom@wcdhd.org for more information!
Falls Free Older Adult Falls Coalition
The Falls Free Nebraska Older Adult Falls Coalition meets bi-annually to discuss the current state of Falls Prevention work in Nebraska and share resources. The Falls Prevention Program is coordinated by the Chronic Disease Prevention and Control program and support four evidence based falls prevention programs; SAIL, Stepping On, Tai Chi for Falls Prevention, and Bingocize. The Falls Coalition is open to any community members or organizations with an interest in Falls Prevention. For more information, email Erik.White@nebraska.gov.
Nebraska Comprehensive Cancer Control Program Group
The Nebraska Comprehensive Cancer Control program hosts large group meetings quarterly and workgroup meetings targeting the Cancer Plan objectives.
If you are interested in being involved in the implementation of the Nebraska Cancer Plan, please email: dhhs.necccp@nebraska.gov
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