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"Better digitally enabled care in the community has the potential to improve quality of life for many people who have ongoing care needs, such as people living with neurodiversity, people living with physical disabilities, and people with complex long-term conditions." This insightful read from The King's Fund brings together the lived experience of people who draw on services and the staff involved in care delivery, national developments and literature to consider the present landscape and potential future of digitally enabled care in the community. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eX8tnCnR #communitycare #digitalhealth

Civic engagement is good for your health! As noted in this article, "The link between civic engagement and health status is well-established, but causal relationships are complex. A growing evidence base indicates that increased levels of civic engagement are associated with improved health status." #NPHW #CivicHealth

In case you missed it, this important article from our friends at Axios cannot be ignored and is absolutely critical to understanding the need for community investment in Boston's communities and young people! At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, we recognize the imperative to address Boston's opportunity gaps through comprehensive community partnerships and robust educational initiatives that enhance leadership and workforce readiness among our youth. Read the Axios article below to see why transformative action is essential now more than ever! #BGCBoston #OpportunityGap #Equity

The importance of funding organizations such as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston who are working to address these real education and workforce readiness gaps.

Who says big foundations can’t explore participatory grantmaking and share power with communities? During the past few years, I've been privileged to work with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to help design and facilitate a participatory grantmaking initiative it undertook as part of a multiyear, cross-institutional effort that cedes power to local leaders to advance health and racial equity. An important part of this initiative was documenting every part of the process, which is now available as a detailed case study that includes innumerable behind-the-scenes insights and takeaways that @RWJF hopes will be helpful to other foundations, especially larger institutions that are exploring or already engaging in some form of participatory philanthropy (which can include but isn’t limited to making grant decisions). We also hope it’s helpful to the participatory philanthropic field overall by sharing our own experiences with some of the issues that tend to emerge during these processes, including addressing conflicts of interest; deciding on participant stipends; creating the panel; building trust; holding virtual meetings; dealing with institutional guardrails and policies; and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion. Read the case study and let me/us know what you think. And please share with others! https://lnkd.in/e5aCKvxW Katy Love Diana Samarasan Hannah Paterson Chris Cardona Hilary C. Jen Bokoff Artrese Morrison Monique Shaw, PhD, MPH, CHES Susan Mende William H. Woodwell, Jr. Rebecca Clark Ben Wrobel Sneha Dave Elizabeth Dale, PhD Anne Katahira Allistair Mallillin Participatory Grantmaking Community of Practice Trust-Based Philanthropy Project The Chronicle of Philanthropy Gail B. Nayowith Matt Leighninger Nicholas Longo #CommunityPower #EquityInAction #HealthEquity #InclusiveHealthcare #HealthJustice #ParticipatoryGrantmaking #ParticipatoryPhilanthropy #Philanthropy #RacialEquity #philanthropy #foundations

🎺BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!🎉 When I started Dynamic Principles, LLC. over 10 years ago and Dynamic Movement and Recovery over 5 years ago, it was never about "business" in the traditional sense, but instead a deep mission to inspire hope and promote growth in the world. I am insanely proud of our impact with these and other organizations we started in the process, including: **2,500+ clients served through a biopsychosocial approach. **80% of our clients fit a high complexity classification and have seen more than 6 previous providers. **30% of our clients are on Medicaid and socioeconomically disadvantaged. **36% average decrease in disability based on individualized measures. In education, we've developed: **150+ hours of biopsychosocially informed coursework. **60+ hours of clinical curriculum tested with multiple disciplines. **300+ clinicians taking at least one course. **30+ lectures presented at state, national, and international levels. NOW we’re taking a big step forward by reorganizing all of our companies under a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization called the Institute of Contextual Health (IOCH). Make no mistake, this move is about how we can make an even bigger impact in the world. We are thrilled about this new chapter and are dedicated to transparency, keeping you informed every step of the way. Our path forward reflects the trust and commitment you have shown us. Thank you for your continued support, resilience, and belief in our mission. Stay tuned for more information on how you can get involved with IOCH and support this mission and vision. Let’s continue this journey together, and in doing so, we can transform lives, bring hope to those who need it most, and build a brighter, more empowered tomorrow! #DMRMove #DynamicPrinciples #IOCH #HealthcareInnovation #technology #research #education #communityservice*

I had to post more about the work I do at Reap Benefit, because this can't be a stealth work anymore. Read along with me - https://rb.gy/jzvd5e about the #hyperlocal change we're creating across the country. We've been working on many things spectacular but most importantly, everyday we're discovering how young leaders are at the forefront of driving #CivicAction and #ClimateAction, making significant strides in both local and national arenas 💪🏽 This is leading to building #publicgoods (crowdsourced data and solutions) and skills. Please drop me a comment or DM, if you want to plug and play some of these public goods in your life and look at problems differently. #climate #civic #sustainability #societalgood

The impact and learning is in for our Connecting for Good efforts. Big thanks go to Anthill Collective and our peer evaluators. We believe that the key to closing equity gaps is direct participation by impacted communities in developing and implementing solutions. Connecting for Good (CfG) is an ecosystem of 18 community-led initiatives creating stronger, fairer #Coventry communities in which local people come together to act on their challenges. Our headline impacts: INCREASED POWER TO MAKE CHANGE - CfG members are three times more likely than the national average to think they have the power to influence local decisions - CfG members are much more likely to have taken part in civic activism, civic participation or civic consultation activities in the past 12 months than the national average. INCREASED LEADERSHIP CAPACITY - Over two thirds of CfG members reported increases in their ability to lead - 85 per cent of CfG members say they are more confident leading. GREATER SENSE OF BELONGING - 88 per cent of CfG members said they felt like they belonged to their local community - significantly higher than the national average (65 per cent) - Sense of belonging is also higher than the national average for groups more likely to experience isolation or marginalisation, such as disabled people (71 per cent versus 62 per cent) and people from ethnically minoritised communities (88 per cent versus 60 per cent). STRONGER COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS - Members of CFG have very strong social support networks to turn to for help (98 per cent) despite many having traits that make them more at risk of being isolated and marginalised. GREATER COLLABORATION ACROSS THE SYSTEM - Many tangible examples of greater collaboration across Coventry, whether that’s with the council, community organisations or local businesses. Head over to our website now to read the full Impact Report and Executive Summary: https://bit.ly/3XZ652T #ConnectingForGoodCov #CommunityOrganising #ShiftingPower Bryan Brazeau Julie Nugent Michelle McGinty Aisha Iyer Halima Khan Hannah Lim Nicola Pollock Ellie Stout Crispin Truman OBE Habiba Nabatu Jess Cordingly Elle C. Susie Farren Fozia Irfan OBE Sufina Ahmad MBE Husna Mortuza Ben Robinson David Robinson Reem ASSIL Immy Robinson Sara Llewellin Debbie Pippard Jake Lee Eli Manderson Evans Calum Green Helen Wheatley Claire Spencer Chris Falconer Mel Smith Laura Fisher Melissa Smith Gemma Musgreaves Leonie Schmid Survivor Sanctuary Sarah Cutler @willbibby @brittanynoel

**The Golden Bond** In a quiet town, preparations for World Senior Citizen Day were in full swing. The event, dedicated to honoring the elderly, was a highlight of the year. This year, 78-year-old Ravi, a retired teacher, was to give a keynote speech. Ravi's life was a tapestry of experiences. As he sat on his porch, he reflected on his journey. He had taught thousands of students, each one leaving a mark on his heart. His wisdom, patience, and kindness had earned him the love and respect of many. On the day of the event, the community center buzzed with excitement. Families arrived, eager to celebrate their elders. Ravi's speech was the highlight. He spoke about the value of intergenerational relationships, the importance of respecting and learning from the elderly, and the joy of sharing stories and wisdom. His words resonated deeply. People were reminded of the invaluable contributions of senior citizens, not just in their families but in society as a whole. The day was filled with laughter, storytelling, and heartfelt gratitude. Interesting Facts: 1. World Senior Citizen Day is celebrated annually on August 21. 2. The day aims to recognize the achievements and contributions of older people to society. 3. It was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1990. 4. The day promotes awareness of issues such as elder abuse and the need for services like healthcare and social support for seniors. 5. Celebrations often include events that encourage intergenerational bonding and appreciation for the elderly. __________________________ 💼Our work scopes: > Web Design > Graphic Design > Digital Marketing @affordable_price_range 📞 For Web/Graphic design related queries, please feel free to reach us @9137348670 #WorldSeniorCitizenDay #RespectElders #SeniorCitizens #ElderWisdom #ElderCare #shortstory #trendintpoic #dailyupdates #businessowner #entrepreneur #startup #pixzine

On this #InternationalDayforOlderPersons, with the theme of #AgeingWithDignity, it is vital to recognize the diverse and meaningful contributions that older people make to their societies, neighborhoods, but also their friends and close contacts. From fostering connections to driving positive change, they continue to shape their surroundings in powerful ways.   Today also marks a special day as we conclude the CIVEX Project after 3 years of hard work, dedication, and collaboration. A huge shout out to the participants and all those older persons who actively engage in their communities, proving that age is no barrier to making a difference!   With that, we officially close the project, celebrating its achievements and the important lessons learned about civic engagement in later life. 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿 (𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁) 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗫: 𝗢𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲: Different groups of older people engage in various ways 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗰 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲:  Ranging from volunteer work to political engagement, and from informal help to participation in associations, both online and offline 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲-𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲:  Civic engagement in later life changes over time, through live events and/or transitions 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:  Civic engagement is shaped not only on a personal level but also within the neighborhood and broader society See: 𝘄𝘄𝘄.𝗰𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘅.𝗲𝘂 for more info or stay tuned on LinkedIn!   #𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 #𝗢𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 #𝗖𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗫   Rodrigo Serrat Montse Celdran Castro Feliciano Villar Karima Chacur Inma Peiro Milian Sarah Dury Bas Dikmans Toon Vercauteren Fredrica Nyqvist Emilia Häkkinen Pernilla Ågård Sandra Torres Mikael Nygård Sofie Van Regenmortel