This is a one-page Word document containing information on how to assess the usability of written health materials for adults with low literacy. The document lists questions to ask regarding Grade Level; Relevance; and Interest and Design of written health materials. This document is adapted from materials created by the Canadian Public Health Association, National Literacy and Health Program.
Contains tools for improving health literacy, government resources, and reports and research on health literacy issues.
Health Information Translations is a collaborative initiative to improve health education for limited English proficiency patients.
To champion the cause of health care quality and to accelerate improvement in the value of the health care we deliver.
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A non-for-profit organization leading the improvement of health care throughout the world.
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Improving the health and healthcare of all Americans
Strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation and advance human achievement.
Includes current issues, funding announcements, and a "Guide to Grants."
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If you don't know your way around the federal programs, this friendly user-interface will guide you to the right source of money or contact.
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Grant and Contract Proposals, The Office of Research services.
Foundations and grants on the Internet.
Grants and Related Resources. The Nonprofit Virtual Library's fantastic list of web sites described in detail.
Provides news and numerous topics, such as "Fundraising, Foundations, Corporate Giving."
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Resources and opportunities for the Philanthropist.
Migrant Health Promotion bases all of its work on close collaboration with community members (Promotores and Promotoras) who improve the health of their communities with community-based health education and activities. Within this framework, Migrant Health Promotion has developed several "program models."
Explore the diabetes learning center. Website available in Spanish and English.
A national leader in program development and innovation, Migrant Health Promotion is committed to sharing its expertise to improve the health of farmworkers and their rural communities.
Funding Opportunities from NACCHO, NACCHO's Foundation Funding Guide, Governmental, Non-Governmental
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Your source to FIND and APPLY for Federal government grants. There are over 1,000 grant programs offered by all Federal grant making agencies.
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CDC's goal is to increase the applicant pool to include more organizations such as the faith-based community for CDC's funding opportunities and give the applicants more time to plan and prepare their application.
To create an environment within the Department (HHS) that welcomes the participation of faith-based and community-based organizations as valued and essential partners assisting Americans in need. Includes and extended funding database on current funding opportunities in addition to faith-based initiatives.
Documents to gage health literacy levels.
The Quick Guide to Health Literacy including fact sheets and strategies to increase the usability of health information.
Lesson Plans available in English.
Helping Students with Diabetes Succeed: A Guide for School Personnel.