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Project

AIDD CORE Public Health Workforce

Center:

WY-Wyoming Institute for Disabilities, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2024

Contact Information:

Canyon Hardesty
[email protected]
307-766-5003

Project Description:

Professionals supported through this program may provide a wide range of public health services and supports, including provision of culturally affirmative and linguistically accessible information, access assistance for vaccines and boosters, transition and diversion from high-risk congregate settings to community living, provision and connections to health and wellness programs, activities that address social isolation and social determinants of health, and other activities that support the public health and wellbeing of people with disabilities.

Keyword(s):

Workforce Development, Public Health Workforce

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training, Demonstration Services

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Adults with Disabilities, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State