TOUCH Community Services’ Post

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the International Conference on Integrated Care (ICIC24) in Belfast. Listening to speeches from around the world was truly inspiring and reshaped my outlook on integrated care, particularly as several themes reacurred: 🌍 Healthcare obstacles are universal. Learning how diverse countries tackle similar challenges underscores the need for collaborative solutions and knowledge sharing. 🤝 Co-creating integrated care with service users, such as patients and families, and recognizing them as equal partners and experts in their own lived experiences is essential for achieving meaningful impact. 🏘 Taking local contexts and needs into account is vital. Understanding local assets and fostering resilience in communities can lead to more effective and sustainable programs 🔄 Transformation is needed in healthcare. This requires new alliances and partnerships to address the evolving needs of populations I look forward to incorporating these insights into my research on integrated community care. #ICIC24

⚠️Are you conducting research on the role of community partners?⚠️ Our workforce is stretched beyond capacity but continue to step up by extending scope of practice, blurring roles to support each other, and rapidly acquiring new caring and remote consultation skills to offer the best possible care and support in extremely difficult circumstance – this augurs well for workforce reform. We have a unique opportunity to test sustainable integrated workforce solutions that will strengthen our systems and lead to better health, better care and better value. One of the Nine Pillar of Integrated Care for the 25th International Conference on Integrated Care #ICIC25 calls for papers focused on Workforce Capacity and Capability. Submit your abstract now - deadline is 15 November! 🔗https://ow.ly/Z7AU50TthuQ ************** Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública, Universidade Nova de Lisboa (NOVA) | The Portuguese Association for Integrated Care (PAFIC) | O Presidente da República #IntegratedCarePortugal

✨ This December we’re showing why there’s *snow* place like Leeds when it comes to health innovation – check out day 3 of our health innovation advent calendar... ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ The Leeds Health and Care Partnership is committed to sharing resources, ideas and best practice to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities across the city. Partners work together to understand the current and future needs of local people to transform health and care, such as through the city's HomeFirst programme - hailed as a national exemplar for its innovative approach (📖 read more: https://lnkd.in/ehbN94H7). Leeds Health and Care Partnership includes: ✨ Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust ✨ Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust ✨ Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust ✨ Leeds office of the NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board ✨ Leeds City Council ✨ Forum Central ✨ Healthwatch Leeds ✨ Leeds GP Confederation ✨ Leeds Safeguarding Children Partnership ✨ Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust ✨ LEEDS LOCAL MEDICAL COMMITTEE LIMITED ✨ Leeds Health and Care Academy ✨ Leeds Academic Health Partnership ✨ University of Leeds ✨ Leeds Beckett University ✨ Leeds Trinity University, ✨ Local care partnerships (LCPs)  ✨ Patient groups and ✨national partners Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eaAD32yK Tim Ryley, Phil Wood, Dr Mariana Pexton, Kate Lodge, Adrian Winterburn, Ruth Coulthard

Julius Mwimo we can intergrate community-based approaches into health systems while working with limited resources as follows;- ✓ In healthcare delivery We can strengthen outreach clinics and mobile health units to deliver health care services in remote areas, building capacity to Community Health Workers (CHW) to be in a position of managing local health challenges and reporting complex issues. ✓ In healthcare workforce We can allow non-specialized tasks like promotion of public health awareness to be performed by community-led clubs, health movements and organizations, and providing non-monetary incentives like recognition and certificates to community volunteers. ✓ In healthcare financing We can use small-scale community health insurance schemes to pool resources, cementing collaboration with other stakeholders in funding health initiatives. Healthcare facilities can also establish Income-Generating Activities (IGAs) to generate revenue for various community-based initiatives and general service operations. ✓ In access to essential medicines and technology We must embrace the use of mobile platforms for health education and consultation, telemedicine in particular, and promoting the use of affordable and quality-assured medicines. ✓ In health information systems Community Health Workers can be empowered to collect health data from their community by using simple digital tools like smartphones, providing health data insights to community members where necessary, and ensuring periodic tracking of the key indicators like immunization coverage and disease prevention. ✓ In leadership and governance We must encourage massive participation of community members in decision-making upon ensuring that their health needs are priotized, developing transparent mechanisms among stakeholders and promoting policies that support community-based initiatives. It's better to understand that, the role of ensuring health and well-being among populations is neither centered to the ministry of health nor international agencies. In that regard, everyone must directly be involved in promoting public health within his/her respective locality. Thanks with regards.

🚨 New Insights from The American Hospital Association (AHA) Benchmarking Study! 🚨 The AHA latest surveys reveals progress and opportunities in diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and addressing social determinants of health in U.S. hospitals: - Cultural Competence: 79% of hospitals educate staff on cultural and linguistic factors, enhancing care for diverse communities. - Leadership Representation: Minorities are underrepresented, holding 14% of board seats despite being 32% of the patient population. - Social Needs: Screening for food insecurity, transportation, and housing is common, but program implementation lags. - Hospitals are uniquely positioned to address systemic inequities, improve patient care, and foster trust. Explore the full findings and take steps toward transformative impact: https://lnkd.in/e3HDKnZM

🌏 Advocacy for Global Health Equity, at the Global Sustainable Development Congress 2024 🌏 In June this year, I was truly honored to have been invited as a Speaker at the the Global Sustainable Development Congress 2024 (GSDC 2024) in Thailand this year, where visionaries and change-makers from around the world gathered to challenge and discuss bold solutions for a sustainable future by aligning with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This Global event was Co-hosted by Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, in collaboration with the Times Higher Education (THE), this event was a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when minds, missions and purpose unite. During my session in a panel discussion, I discussed about “ 𝙍𝙚-𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙀𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚" particularly in Clinical Research, sharing insights on the need to prioritize diversity and inclusion in clinical trials. This was an extension of my second Tedx talk on "How Diversity and Inclusion Impact the way we Deliver Clinical Trials ". Equitable healthcare starts with ensuring that medical research reflects all populations and truly addresses their unique needs. During our Panel Discussion, our goal is to make healthcare advancements accessible and impactful for every individual, no matter their background or location. 🌍 Advocacy for Global Health Equity is more than a professional focus—it’s a mission that drives me every day. Working alongside dedicated professionals who share this commitment reminds me that creating an inclusive healthcare landscape is achievable, one innovative solution at a time. Thank you, GSDC 2024, for this incredible opportunity. Together, we’re paving the way for a healthier, more equitable future. 💡 #GSDC2024 #HealthcareEquity #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalHealth #Innovation #DiversityInResearch #ClinicalResearch #Healthcare #twinklebahaduri #tedxspeaker

RVU has taken a great initiative by signing an MoU with the Honeybee Population Healthcare Foundation (HPHF). HPHF's aim is to promote long-term adoption through collaborative development, technology-driven service provision, and citizen-centric service delivery research at the population scale. Its principal goal is to make it easier to ensure that citizens receive the benefits to which they are entitled. The HPHF helps the public and private sectors to accelerate population-scale digital adoption, governance, and research in areas such as equity schemes, social determinants, healthcare, climate change, digital transformation, and socioeconomic development. This MoU will create great opportunities for our RVians. Murthy Y.S.R. Dr. Sahana Deve Gowda Professor Dwarika Uniyal Anuradha C. Dr. Shobha G Dr Piyush Roy Priya Nair Subhashree Natarajan Dr. Pushkarni Panchamukhi Ranjini C R Viduthalai Virumbi Balagurusamy Varadurga Bhat #RVU #RVUniversity #GoChangeTheWorld #MoU

What are some successful examples or case studies where the integration of cultural competence and community engagement has led to significant improvements in health outcomes for marginalized or underserved communities? 💠 In the realm of public health, success stories that showcase the impact of integrating cultural competence and community engagement in marginalized or underserved communities are not just inspiring but also serve as guiding lights for future initiatives. 🌟 One such case study worth celebrating is the "Project ECHO" program, which stands for Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes. In this innovative initiative, healthcare providers receive training, mentorship, and support from specialists to deliver high-quality care to underserved populations in remote areas. By incorporating cultural competency and community engagement principles, Project ECHO has successfully improved health outcomes for diverse communities by breaking down barriers to access and bridging gaps in healthcare delivery. 🏥💡 Similarly, the "Promotoras de Salud" model, also known as community health workers, has been a game-changer in addressing health disparities among Latinx populations. By recruiting and training community members to serve as liaisons between healthcare providers and their communities, this approach has not only increased access to care but also promoted trust, cultural understanding, and empowerment within marginalized populations. 🤝💬 The lesson learned from these successful examples is clear – when public health programs prioritize cultural competence and community engagement, they have the power to transform lives, uplift communities, and drive sustainable change. By listening to the voices of those most affected, valuing their perspectives, and working collaboratively towards shared goals, we can create healthier, more inclusive societies for all. 🌍💪 Let's continue to shine a light on these impactful case studies, learn from their successes, and strive to replicate their approaches in our efforts to improve health outcomes for marginalized and underserved communities. Together, we can build a future where everyone has equal access to quality healthcare and the opportunity to thrive. 🙌 #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth #CulturalCompetenceWins #PublicHealthSuccessStory Remember, every success story is a testament to the power of empathy, collaboration, and community-driven solutions in creating a healthier, more equitable world. Let's celebrate these victories and use them as inspiration to drive positive change in public health. 🌈 Henry Aisagbonhi, PhD.

At Impact Co., we recently had the privilege of collaborating with the Queensland Commonwealth Partnership to develop an evidence-based framework for joint regional governance with the wise counsel of Simon Cotterell and Kathy Hilyard. Regional partnerships and collaboration are often heralded as the future of healthcare reform. Yet, too often, we assume these initiatives will simply 'work' without carefully considering how to design and implement the structures that underpin them. International research tells us that success in this space requires intentional and well-thought-out governance. It’s not just about coming together—it’s about how we come together. This work focused on creating a robust approach to engaging consumers and First Nations stakeholders, ensuring governance drives meaningful, consumer-centred, and place-based health reform. The report has just been published, and we believe it offers valuable insights for anyone committed to advancing sustainable, impactful regional health outcomes. We’re hopeful this framework will be a catalyst for change—not just in Queensland but across Australia. If you’re passionate about driving transformative health reform, I’d encourage you to take a look. Peta Bryant Fallon St John Hannah Johnson Simon Cotterell Kathy Hilyard https://lnkd.in/gXEXp7ty

📢 Our latest briefing paper reporting on the findings from a stakeholder engagement workshop on care transitions of people living with multiple conditions 👇