Hypothetical Grant Proposal

Looking through research focused on health and aging done by faculty and students, I could deeply understand the recent situations in the aging population. To strengthen my organization and analytical skills, I will look for internship on campus, such as an Undergraduate Research Assistant to assist in health science related research. This further prepares me to provide the most appropriate care for older persons according to their

The healthcare sector offers a variety of professional opportunities that include pediatric, geriatrics, public policy and many other areas in which I hope to make a impact towards. I have always been intrigued by medicine and continue to gain more interest in public health. In the future, I desire to combine both medicine and public health by participating in an MD and MPH program. My experiences and education provide me with constant motivation in achieving my goals.

More people are living much longer lives than in years past. People are very surprised to be living much longer lives than they thought they would. Health care has played a large part in patient longevity. There are many normal changes that come along with aging, however, because people are living longer these normal changes can become chronic problems. Common aging problems that can make the older adult a vulnerable population are reviewed in Gerontological Nursing (Tabloski, 2014) and can include nutritional needs, medication management, sleep changes, oral or mouth care, renal problems and musculoskeletal concerns. According to A Profile of Older Americans: 2013 (http://www.hhs.gov), there are a large amount

As a person ages, theirs body cannot perform the way it used to. This will cause many elderly people to loose their job or choose to go into retirement. Both of these options cause a loss in health care as well and a reduced or exterminated income. Here alone lies a reason that the elderly population is challenged. The elderly population also has a tendency to develop a chronic illness that can be life threatening if not treated or controlled properly. This means that need for health care treatments also increases. At least 40% of those over age 65 will have nutrition-related health problems requiring treatment or management (Gigante, 2012). It is important to realize that 10% of people over the age of 65 and will develop Alzheimer’s disease and 50% of those over the age of 85 will develop this disease (Gigante, 2012). More elderly African American men and women use government aid than white men and women. Therefore, this population will be vulnerable because of the lack of funding, proper health care and insurance.

With an internship at Kane County Health Department, I hope to gain a better understanding of the different aspects of Public Health and County government. The areas I am especially interested in are disease prevention, epidemiology, and administration/policy. My goals include to learn and hopefully be part of the process of investigating and preventing the spread of communicable diseases. Being a sophomore at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville I am currently studying how to apply theories to programs. And I believe that this internship will serve as a great way to apply what I have learned in my classes. I am also very interested in the process of educating the community and raising awareness. I am currently volunteering for the Southern

Many people are living longer and sometimes the elderly are unable to take care of themselves and will depend almost 100% on the care of others. The U.S as with many other developed countries must find ways to cope and address this shift in demographics. John Beard, the department head of Ageing and Life Course in World Health Organization stated with the rapid aging of populations, finding the right model for long-term care becomes more and more urgent. Recent records from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services estimates that about 12 million men and women who are over the age of 65 will need long term care by the year 2020. Furthermore, a study done by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services stipulates that four out of 10 people who will reach the age of 65 will stay in a nursing home at some point in their lives.

For health 490, I am seeking to get an internship that will help cultivate certain aspects of my personal, academic, and career development. When considering my personal development, what I strongly want to improve upon are skills such as leadership capabilities, public speaking, and health communication. I am also seeking for a boost in my confidence in regards to my overall competency and knowledge base in the health field. My self-assurance will not simply stem from the education I gained at Maryland, but will also depend heavily on the first-hand experiences my internship will provide. By exuberating more confidence, I will be able to become more of an effective leader, which will in turn make me successful in my field of work. The target

Interviewing John gave me a better understanding with our older generation, and the struggles they faced throughout their lives. The purpose of this paper was to gain a better knowledge about our elder’s health, lifestyle, and many challenges they have encountered.

Being a part of the Health Professions Academy has granted me an oppurtunity to participate in a hospital internship at the North Shore Forest Hills Hospital . This amazing oppurtunity has allowed me

1.9 Describe how diversity (cultural, ethnic, multi generational) and ethics affect the selection of project and programs. Our country and world are staring at a massive generation of people moving into retirement and older adulthood. Americans’ knowledge, perceptions, and awareness of the impact the imminent Baby Boom are generally minimal and/or negative in nature. The production of a series of short films, which will catalyze much needed and long overdue community discussion about the future of aging in America. Developing an interactive online community fueled by these efforts, in turn fueling this movement.

This week, the lecture and additional articles were about the growing number of people reaching late adulthood and the problems that will be created for society. Society is not ready for the influx of elderly individuals needing assistance. In addition to discussing the amount of people reaching late adulthood, this week also touched on several models and theories in regards to aging. This week provided sufficient background information and vital knowledge for the introduction

Melillo, K. D., Abdallah, L. M., Blanks, C., Campbell, I., & Herndon, L. (2012). Faculty

Reminiscing to 2010, when I was faced with my grandmother 's illness during the adolescent years in my life I knew that I had a passion to care for the elderly (aging) population. From this passion, it ignited a fire so strong that I pursue my certified nursing assistant certification to gain a better understanding of working with the elderly population. By doing so, it has been a great benefit to my life; aging is an inevitable experience that we all will go through during our life. It is important to ensure that our elderly individuals are still able to enjoy the best quality of life after retirement. However, as we age, there will be a lifestyle change that the aging population must encounter.

I welcome all EIS posts and am flexible with regards to the topical area and the geographic location of the assignment. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to have diverse work and volunteer experiences, both abroad and within the United States. These opportunities have given me a profound appreciation for the interdisciplinary nature of public health. During the course of my career and education, I have provided primary and urgent medical services for communities without insurance; traveled to Sweden to conduct qualitative research aimed at improving chronic cancer pain; developed community outreach materials

Lastly, as an intern I could work on updating their website and social media pages. Looking up information online is becoming the standard way people find answers. The National Institute for Change may have clients that do not want to share their struggles or legal issues with everyone, therefore, an easy to use website can help provide them with answers while remaining private. From personal experience, I remember finding out where to attend a specific court-ordered class that met requirements was not the easiest. Working on the National Institute for Change’s internet presence could be a valuable