Beyond Our Walls: Approach to Social Determinants of Health
Published March 24, 2020
Susan Fuehrer, President, Institute for H.O.P.E., The MetroHealth System
Janet Montoya, Community Health Advocacy Initiative Manager, The MetroHealth System
This webinar will introduce participants to the MetroHealth Institute for H.O.P.E.TM, serving northeast Ohio. The Institute for H.O.P.E.TM (Health, Opportunity, Partnership, and Empowerment) is focused on fixing the root causes of health problems, by removing obstacles and engaging community partners so more people can access what they need to help them grow, succeed and be healthier. The Institute provides leadership in addressing the social determinants of health, through screening and intervention, education and training, research and evaluation. This webinar focuses on the scope and impact of food insecurity and how MetroHealth is responding. Specific programs and partnerships will be highlighted, including stories demonstrating patient impact.
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