CALENDAR

Updated July 26, 2010

We are available to speak to community groups of all stripes on topics that include those found in our Taking Charge of Your Care booklet. Topics can be modified to meet the needs of particular groups.  Talks to community groups are free. Inquiries may be directed to info@healthcp.org.

Educational Access Monthly TV Series
"Patients in Charge: Learning Deciding Managing"

Second Thursday of the Month at 5:30pm
Repeated at various times of day throughout the month

From October - May in the 2009-2010 academic year, we have been taping an educational series at the Ellenville High School Studio. Topics covered included: How to Talk to Doctors, Finding and Understanding Medical Information, Managing Medications, and a series of programs on Health Insurance, including: Finding Care for the Uninsured, Family and Child Health Plus, and Healthcare Reform: Where Do You Stand.

We will resume tapings in October 2010 for the 2010-2011 season, beginning with the topic of Getting the Most Out of Doctor Visits. If you live in south western Ulster County, along the 209 Corridor, tune in. If you live elsewhere and would like to help us get the program aired on your local Public or Educational Access TV station, please contact us at info@healthcp.org.

Continuing Professional Education Webinars

In March and July of this year we have offered continuing education webinars for healthcare professionals. A small registration fee is required. The topics listed below will be offered again in mid-late Fall 2010. Interested individuals may inquire at info@healthcp.org or check our website from time to time.

Building Cultural Competency

Clinical Ethics:
Translating Theory to Practice When Working With Difficult Patients

Health Literacy:
Helping Patients Understand Health Information and Instructions