...Nonprofit Organization Case Study – Community Action Program of Lancaster County Pennsylvania Melissa G. Hartman Liberty University – HLTH 635_B01 June 16, 2016 Nonprofit Organization Case Study – Community Action Program of Lancaster County Pennsylvania Introduction/Background Imagine not having a job or having a job that pays minimum wage or less, food insecurity, and a home in a neighborhood that is run down and considered unsafe. This is the scenario of what millions of Americans are living each and every day with some wondering what can they do to make their lives better. Poverty is defined as a state of being extremely poor and is determined by the federal poverty guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.1,2 For a family of four, the federal poverty guideline to apply for federal assistance is $24,250.2 According to the nonprofit organization, Feeding America, which helps feed America’s hungry through a network of food banks, 46.7 million people are living in poverty in the United States.3 Specifically in Pennsylvania, 13.7 percent of people are living in poverty.4 Poverty in the United States is very real and unimaginable as because we are considered one of the wealthiest nations in the world. Although poverty in the United States is happening at rates that are hard to understand, it seems poverty in America is more about lack of basic necessities and lack of security to include food and housing.5 It is estimated that...
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...Family Health Risk Assessment Beverly James submitted to Laura Lisicki MS, FNP-BC in partial fulfillment of NR 478 Community Health Nursing Practicum Regis University October 17, 2012 Family Health Risk Assessment Health risk assessment is an important component in health promotion and disease prevention in the individual, the family and the community. Choices can be healthy or unhealthy and each individual’s exposure may not have the same implementation. “The factors that determine or influence whether disease or other unhealthy results occur are called health risk” (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2010, p. 334). This paper discusses the family and the assessment process. The use of the genogram and ecomap will be used to present family data. By reviewing the genogram, biological and age-related risks facing the family will be determined. The ecomap will present the social and environmental risks facing the family. As a final point, an analysis of the genogram and ecomap will be utilized to summarize the family strengths and problems or potential problems. Introduction of the Family and the Assessment Process The J family has the following family members: * Mr. D. J., a 58 year old financial analysis who just recently lost his job, has obesity, hypercholesterol, sleep apnea and borderline hypertension * Mrs. B. S., a 58 year old mother, a full-time Registered Nurse, and going to college part-time, has hypercholesterol and suffers with gastroparesis * R. S...
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...area. For example , several negative comments by club members regarding the dining facilities prompted the board to survey members to get their feelings and perceptions of the dining facilities and food offerings at the club .Based on the survey findings, the board of directors established a quality control committee to oversee the dining room and a new club manager was hired. Most recently ,the board became concerned about the number of people seeking membership to Chestnut Ridge. Although no records are kept on the number of membership applications received each year, the board sensed that this figure was declining. They also believed that membership applications at the three competing country clubs in the area – Alden, Chalet and Lancaster … were not experiencing similar declines. Because Chestnut Ridge had other facilities , such as tennis club and a pool ,that were comparable to the facilities at these other clubs , the board was perplexed as to why membership applications would be falling at Chestnut Ridge. To gain insight into the matter, the board of directors hired an external research team to conduct a study of the country clubs in Elma Tennessee area and assess their market performance. The goals of the research were (1) to determine people’s overall perception of Chestnut Ridge and (2) to provide recommendations for ways to increase membership...
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...Environmental Health The environment has a symbiotic relationship to the health of individuals, families and communities. The environment must be healthy in order for achievement of optimal health (Stanhope and Lancaster, 2014). Nurses have a responsibility to understand the health environmental risks, including how and what, should be included in assessment, planning and implementing interventions to reduce or eliminate the environmental risk. In addition, nurses must be able to communicate the environmental health risks, provide needed education and advocate for public policies to mitigate the risk to health (Stanhope and Lancaster, 2014). This paper will explore the nurse’s role in environmental nursing through the review of environmental principles, explaining differences between an environmental exposure history and an environmental health exam and the four phases of a chemical exposure. Finally, author will discuss the differences between community-based and community-oriented nursing and explain the how population-based approaches are applicable to the hospital setting. Environmental Principles According to Stanhope and Lancaster (2014), nurses must know how to assess for environmental health risks in order to help the individuals, families and communities they care for. In 1995, The National Academy of Science’s Institute of Medicine (IOM) published a report calling for all nurses to have a basic understanding of environmental health principles...
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...Epidemiology of Alzheimer' Disease Ronya Bentz NUR/408 March 4, 2013 Patricia Schwartz Epidemiology of Alzheimer' Disease According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is “not just the absence of mental disorder but as a state of wellbeing in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.” (Perry, Presley-Cantrell, and Dhingra 2010). Mental illness, “refers collectively to all diagnosable mental disorders that are characterized by alteration in thinking, mood or behavior (or some combination thereof) associated with distress and/or impaired functioning” (Perry, Presley-Cantrell, and Dhingra 2010). Mental health is an increasing concern with the vulnerable population of the elderly across America. Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are the two leading psychiatric diseases effecting the elderly, causing deterioration of intellectual functioning. Scientists cannot completely comprehend the etiology and progress of these two diseases. Scientists have learned that both diseases have signs and symptoms parallel to one another (Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation, 2011). It is important to get a better perception of the development of these diseases, so the importance of understanding epidemiology is relevant...
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...are interdependent and whose function or expressed intent is to meet a wide variety of collective needs (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2012). Community health is the process or characteristics that allow a community’s population and economy to survive. Community health is defined as the meeting of collective needs through identification of problems and management of behaviors within the community itself and between the community and the larger society (Stanhope, & Lancaster, 2012). The community is the client if a nurse works towards helping the community even when this is accomplished by helping one individual at a time. The community is the client only when the nursing focus is on the collective or common good of the population instead of on individual health. Although the nurse may work with individuals, families or other interacting groups, aggregates, or institutions, or within a population, the resulting changes are intended to affect the whole community (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2012). The Community Health Partnership (CHP) is a community development process that engages communities to make local decisions and develops ways for the communities to improve local health care systems and improve health status of area residents. Public health programs include community health assessment and interventions based on assessment results, analysis of health statistics, public education, outreach, case management, advocacy, professional education for providers, disease...
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...This paper will define epidemiology and vulnerable population. The methods and steps involved in the epidemiology process will be discussed. The diseases of a specific vulnerable population and emphasis of one disease will be examined with cultural, ethical, and legal considerations. The epidemiology triangle is explained and evaluating the feasibility of prevention will be explored with definitive steps for prevention. Epidemiology and Vulnerable Population Stanhope and Lancaster (2012) states “epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related events in human populations and the application of this knowledge to improving the health of communities (p. 282). In many communities there populations at risk for to specific health care problems creating a vulnerable population. “Vulnerability is a general concept meaning “susceptibility,” and its specific connotation in terms of health care is at risk for health problems” (De Chesney, 2008, p. 3). As Stanhope and Lancaster (2012) identify “epidemiology is a multidisciplinary enterprise that recognizes the complex interrelationships of factors that influence disease and health at both the individual level and the community level; it provides the basic tools for the study of health and disease in communities” (p. 282). In every community there are vulnerable populations as this definition can be applied to anyone whether one enters the health care arena or one does not. De Chesney states, “Vulnerable...
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...procedure was in use until the 19th century to protect the public from the smallpox, syphilis, and cholera epidemics. Public health established services in 1798 as the Marine Hospital Service. This came about by early efforts of the federal government to provide health care to merchant seamen, protecting seaport cities from epidemics. In 1813 charitable services started by the Ladies Benevolent Society of Charleston, South Carolina, health care to the sick and poor. Another step toward the improvement of public health was the creation of the American Medical Association in 1847. Shortly after their existence this group formed a hygiene committee to conduct sanitary surveys and to develop a system to collect vital statistics (Stanhope & Lancaster, p. 25, 2012). In 1909 a pioneer of nursing Lillian Wald with the help of the Red Cross started the first public health nurse services. This service addressed communicable diseases, mother and child concerns, and injuries to help keep the cost of insurance down. “Public health was defined by the American public health leader, Charles-Edward A....
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...The Lancaster MBA Assignment First Page Student ID number(s): Student Name(s): Nabil Kilany – 30675912 Khalil Elias – 30983977 Riyad Kurdi – 31082936 Ramzi Shokeh – 31007941 Laith Adas – 31007784 Nabil Al-Kilany Khalil Elias Riyad Kurdi Ramzi Shokeh Laith Adas Module Name: GMBA 558 - Strategy Module Tutor: Dr. Martin Friesl Essay/Project Title Professional Company for Real-estate Investment and Housing Strategy Project Word Count: (5430 excluding Cover, Contents, reference list & appendices ) Assignment Due Date: 15-Nov-2013 By submitting this coursework for assessment, I/We acknowledge the following: Academic Integrity I/We have read and understood the Lancaster University Postgraduate Regulations (http://www.lancs.ac.uk/celt/celtweb/marp) on cheating and plagiarism and state that the work I submit will be my/our own and will not contain any unacknowledged work from other sources. As the author(s) of submitted work in my/our name I/we am/are prepared to undertake a fair and reasonable oral examination of its contents. Research Ethics and Governance I/We have read and understood the Lancaster University Research Ethics and Governance code of practice. Note: This form is to be used as the first page for all coursework submissions. 1|Page GMBA558 Group Assignment The Lancaster MBA Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ..................................................................................
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...Chicago for several years, writing book reviews, writing for radio, and working in publishing. During this time he wrote his first novel, Looking for Alaska (2005) to immediate, and increasing, success. He followed that first novel with An Abundance of Katherines (2006), Paper Towns (2008), and The Fault in Our Stars (2012), which reached #1 on the New York Times bestseller list for children. Green currently lives in Indianapolis with his wife and two kids, where he continues to write, produce videos, and speak publicly about an array of topics. chronicle his artistic journey in making the film adaption of his novel. The film's trailer gained over 3 million views in less than 24 hours after it was released. PLOT SUMMARY PLO Hazel Grace Lancaster is a seventeen-year-old living with cancer. At the request of her mother, who believes she is depressed, Hazel attends a cancer support group in the basement of a church. Hazel does not like the support group, but goes to make her mother happy. One day upon...
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...506 e. lancaster avenue, suite 102 downingtown, pa 19355 phone: 800-765-cbmt (2268) | 610-269-8900 fax: 610-269-8900 web: www.cbmt.org From Practice Analysis Study, 2008 | Effective April 1, 2010 I. Assessment and Treatment Planning: 40 items A. Assessment 1. Observe client in music or non-music settings. 2. Obtain client information from available resources (e.g., documentation, client, other professionals, family members). 3. Within the following domains (e.g., perceptual, sensory, physical, affective, cognitive, communicative, social, and spiritual), identify the client’s: a) functioning level. b) strengths. c) areas of need. 4. Identify client’s: a) active symptoms. b) behaviors. c) cultural and spiritual background, when indicated. d) issues related to family dynamics and interpersonal relationships. e) learning styles. f) manifestations of affective state. g) music background, skills. h) preferences. i) stressors related to present status. 5. Document intake and assessment information. 6. Evaluate the appropriateness of a referral. 7. Identify the effects of medical and psychotropic drugs. 8. Review and select music therapy assessment instruments and procedures. 9. Adapt existing music therapy assessment instruments and procedures. 10. Develop new music therapy assessment instruments and procedures. 11. Create an assessment environment or space conducive to the ...
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...MARKET FEASIBILITY STUDY PROPOSED HOTEL/CONVENTION CENTER FACILITY LANCASTER, PA PREPARED FOR: MR. DICK SHELLENBERGER, CHAIRMAN BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS LANCASTER COUNTY PREPARED BY: PKF CONSULTING MAY 2006 May 12, 2006 8 Penn Center Plaza th 19 Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 Phone: 215-563-5300 Fax: 215-563-1977 Mr. Dick Shellenberger, Chairman Board of Commissioners Lancaster County 50 North Duke Street Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17608-3480 Dear Mr. Shellenberger: In accordance with your request we have completed our market feasibility study associated with the proposed development of a Hotel/Convention Center to be located in Downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The entire study and conclusions reached are based upon our present knowledge and information with respect to the status and demand characteristics of the subject project’s competitive lodging and meetings markets. As in all studies of this type, the estimated results are based upon competent and efficient management and presume no significant change in the competitive position of the lodging and meetings industries in the immediate area from that as set forth in this report. They are also based on our evaluation of the present economy of the region and do not take into account or make provision for the effect of any sharp rise or decline in economic conditions not presently foreseeable. To the extent that wages and other operating expenses may advance over the economic life of the subject project, we expect that prices...
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...Week 3 Application: Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Response Abigail C. Diggs Walden Education NURS 4010-04: Family, Community and Population-Based Care November 3, 2013 Week 3: Application INTRODUCTION Natural disaster can be scary, chaotic and an tragic events for the entire community, city, state and even at the national level. In the events of an natural disaster, nurses played key role in planning before it can happen, and assessment when the disaster actually happens (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2012). The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate or highlights some key role the nurse may played in the emergency preparedness and response to hurricane disaster in within a community during or the before the actual disaster. THE ROLE OF THE NURSE' DURING HURRICANE DISASTER Hurricanes are a large tropical storms that comes with heavy rains. Hurricanes contains winds that may be in excess of 74 miles per hour and large areas of rainfall, creating flooding. In addition, hurricanes have the potential to create large and dangerous tornadoes (http://www.severeweather.com/hurricanes). The ocean-water temperature has to be above 79-degree for hurricane to developed. Therefore, hurricanes happened in late summer and early fall. Meteorologist used the term tropical storms when the winds are under 74 miles per hour and hurricanes when it rises above 74 miles hour. A hurricanes can last up to 2-weeks causes damages and in most causes it may be deadly...
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...Marketing C212 Gretta Alexander RN MSN September 15, 2015 WGU Table of Contents 1. Background…………………………………………………….…. 3 2. Strategic Plan……………………………………………………….3 a. Mission Statement………………………………………….3 b. Vision………………………………………………………3 c. Goals……………………………………………………….3 3. Competitive Advantage……………………………………………4 4. SWOT……………………………………………………………...5 5. Customer Relation Management………………………………….6 6. Potential Risk………………………………………………………6 7. Pricing……………………………………………………………...7 8. Distribution Chain…………………………………………………8 9. Channels of Marketing…………………………………………….9 10. References………………………………………………………...10 Background Extended Beauty is a newly developed primer and applicator by Alexander Cosmetics. Extended Beauty is a primer that allows extended wear of makeup during the day which will eliminate having to refresh makeup during the day. As professionals, mothers, caregivers and homemakers, women have a busy schedule during the day. Extended Beauty will allow women to remain beautiful while performing all their daily tasks. Alexander Cosmetics was established in 2002 by Gretta Alexander. It is a company that offers all natural cosmetics and continues to seek growth and introduction of new outstanding beautifying products in order to become the top leading companying in its field. Testing is not performed on animals for our products. Strategic Plan Mission Statement: Provide women with a stress free way to remain naturally beautiful all day...
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...a whole involving the analysis of six major forces to identify possible opportunities and threats available to the organisation. To illustrate these forces, the hypothetical “Bamboo Company” (located in Sydney New South Wales) will be used. This organisation has prided itself on the use of recyclable and renewable resources where possible and as a result, has developed the Bambicycle. This entry level hybrid bicycle combines the best attributes of a road bike and a mountain bike in one as well as being constructed by bamboo which is one of the world’s fastest growing renewable resources. An analysis of the six macroeconomic influences with reference to the Bamboo Company are as follows: THE DEMOGRAPHIC ENVIRONMENT Demographics is the statistical study of the population as a whole, consisting of the following variables and how they will affect the bicycle marketing environment: – The changing age structure of population “Australia's population, like that of most developed countries, is ageing as a result of sustained low fertility and increasing life expectancy” (Australian Bureau of Statistics [ABS], 2010a para 7). The proportion of the population aged 65 years and over is projected to increase from 13% in 2007 to between 23% and 25% in 2056, and 25% and 28% in 2101 (ABS, 2010c para 15) with the first wave of baby boomers exiting the workforce in 2011. . – The Changing Family There is an...
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