AUCD: Poster Symposium: Improving Physical, Mental and Emotional Health and Wellness for People with Disabilities: Wellness Inclusion Nursing is an outreach nursing program for adults with cognitive disabilities promoting community inclusion, wellness and health equality.
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Presenter
Marcia Stickel, BSN, Wellness Inclusion Nursing DirectorWaisman Center, UCEDD/LEND
Description
Wellness Inclusion Nursing RNs team with individuals with cognitive disabilities to decrease health disparities. Nurses work together with individuals, families and support teams to connect with community resources thereby enhancing intercommunication. Nurses provide: 1) health education to consumers and their supports 2) education and advocacy with medical professionals to enhance understanding of community living for people with disabilities 3)advocacy and planning for quality end of life in the community.Back to Session: Poster Symposium: Improving Physical, Mental and Emotional Health and Wellness for People with Disabilities