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Food Insecurity and the Continuum of Care

Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Time: 2:00 PM ET

Hunger and food insecurity remain persistent challenges for families and communities across the country, with profound clinical consequences and a deep connection to the social determinants of health. Studies show that food insecure individuals, especially older adults, are more prone to chronic diseases, malnutrition, high health care costs, and other adverse outcomes. Access to adequate nutrition plays a critical role in preventing hospital (re)admissions and reducing in-patient costs. Food insecurity and related health concerns are directly impacted by the ability to afford, access, and prepare healthy foods, making it a pressing health equity issue.

In this webinar, we discussed hunger and food insecurity as a population health issue that essential hospitals and home- and community-based programs—such as meals on wheels—face. We showcased an example from Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center and their work with Senior Connections, a member of Meals on Wheels America.

Speakers:

Kalpana Ramiah, DrPH
Director of Research
America’s Essential Hospitals

Ucheoma O. Akobundu, PhD, RD
Director of Project Management and Impact
Meals on Wheels America

Ryan Raisig, MHA
Director of Care Coordination
VCU Medical Center

Thelma Bland Watson, Ph.D.
Executive Director
Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging

 

Speakers

Kalpana Ramiah, DrPH
Director of Research
America’s Essential Hospitals

Ucheoma O. Akobundu, PhD, RD
Director of Project Management and Impact
Meals on Wheels America

Ryan Raisig, MHA
Director of Care Coordination
VCU Medical Center

Thelma Bland Watson, Ph.D.
Executive Director
Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging

Suggested Participants

All members of America’s Essential Hospitals were encouraged to attend.

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