Safeguarding Home Environments: Addressing Environmental Risks for Aging and Disabled Populations in Public Housing

Nov 14, 2024  03:00 PM  EST | Past Webinars |

How can your health center help aging in place? Environmental risks, such as poor housing conditions and safety hazards, significantly impact the health and quality of life of aging and disabled individuals living in public housing.

Designed for health center clinicians, staff, and others working with residents of public housing, this 60-minute webinar provided practical insights and collaborative strategies to help health centers and community organizations improve housing conditions for vulnerable populations. Participants learned about common environmental risks, strategies for enhancing home safety, and the importance of partnerships between health centers, housing authorities, and other community stakeholders.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Recognize key environmental hazards that affect aging and disabled populations in public housing.
  • Learn practical strategies for mitigating environmental risks, improving housing accessibility, and creating safer living environments.
  • Understand how to build and strengthen partnerships between health centers, housing authorities, and community organizations to address housing-related health risks and enhance the quality of life for special populations.

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