⏳ IMSPARK: Cultivating Healthy Aging in the Pacific⏳

⏳ Imagine... Cultivating Healthy Aging in the Pacific⏳

💡 Imagined Endstate: 

A future where the Pacific community is globally recognized for its holistic approach to aging, where elders are revered, and all generations contribute to a sustainable, health-focused culture.

🔗 Link: 

Healthy Aging in the Pacific

📚 Source: 

Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO). (2024). Healthy Aging and Older Adult Health Policy Statement. Retrieved from https://www.astho.org/globalassets/pdf/policy-statements/healthy-aging.pdf

💥 What’s the Big Deal: 

The ASTHO’s “Healthy Aging and Older Adult Health Policy Statement” is a testament to the growing need for a concerted effort towards healthy aging, especially in the Pacific region🌅 . The policy statement emphasizes the importance of prioritizing healthy aging throughout the life course, which aligns perfectly with the Pacific’s cultural reverence for its elders and the collective responsibility towards community well-being.

In the Pacific, where family and community are cornerstones of society, healthy aging is not just a personal concern but a communal goal. The policy statement’s focus on prevention, risk reduction, and promoting older adult health resonates with the Pacific’s traditional values of caring for one another and respecting the wisdom of age👴.

The Pacific’s unique challenges, such as remote geographies and diverse cultures, call for innovative and culturally sensitive approaches to health🍎. By integrating traditional knowledge with modern health practices, the Pacific can lead by example in creating environments that support healthy aging.

The impact of such a policy is profound. It can lead to increased longevity, reduced healthcare costs, and most importantly, a higher quality of life for the aging population🤲. It also sets a precedent for future generations to continue the legacy of a health-conscious, supportive community that values every stage of life.

 

#PacificAging, #WellBeing, #ElderCare, #kupuna, #CommunityHealth, #CulturalPreservation, #SustainableAging, #ShelterInPlace, #IMSPARK, #AgeWithGrace, 

IMSPARK: Safeguarding Our Kupuna in Long-Term Care During Disasters🏥

 

🏥Imagine... Safeguarding Our Kupuna in Long-Term Care During Disasters🏥

💡 Imagined Endstate:

A future where the safety and well-being of our Kupuna (seniors) in long-term care facilities are prioritized during disasters, ensuring they receive timely and comprehensive support.

🔗 Link:

https://www.domesticpreparedness.com/articles/long-term-care-facilities-in-emergency-preparedness-planning

📚 Source:

Scherr, T. M., & Scherr, D. (2023, July 19). Long-Term Care Facilities in Emergency Preparedness Planning.

💥What's the Big Deal:

Long-term care facilities play a vital role in caring for our Kupuna (seniors) in the Pacific, but they face unique challenges during disasters. 👵Older adults are more vulnerable and require specialized care during emergencies. 🌟 This issue intensifies for those in long-term care facilities and it is incumbent to have be well-prepared to safeguard our Kupuna during disasters.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) mandates these facilities conduct risk assessments and establish comprehensive emergency plans to address potential hazards, care-related emergencies, communication interruptions, and power failures. 🌟Evacuation and shelter-in-place strategies must be developed to handle various scenarios like hurricanes, mass infections, and more.

🛡️Past disasters have revealed critical safety failures in some nursing homes, leading to preventable fatalities. To address this, CMS, FEMA, and state agencies are providing resources and guidelines to enhance emergency preparedness in the hopes that establishing response standards, and facilities can improve response capabilities and reduce risks during disasters.

#Kupuna, #LongTermCare, #EmergencyPreparedness #Resilience #ElderCare

IMSPARK: Preparing for the Aging of the Pacific 🌟

 IMSPARK: Imagine...Preparing for the Aging of the Pacific 🌟

IMAGINED ENDSTATE:

💡 Imagine a future where communities in the Pacific are equipped to address the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by the aging population, ensuring a high quality of life for seniors and future generations.

LINK:                               

 🔗 Click here to read the full article

🔗 Click here to read the full article

SOURCE:

a.     Civil Beat. (2023, June 28). Hawaii's Population Is Aging Fast. The Impacts Will Be Significant. 📚

b.     Civil Beat. (2023, July 11)Hawaii's Aging Population Is 📚 Straining EMS Services. Expanding This Program Could Help.

WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL:

💥 The aging of the Pacific population brings both challenges and opportunities that demand proactive measures. As the baby boomer generation reaches retirement age, the Pacific region faces implications such as a shortage of healthcare providers, limited affordable housing, and a diminishing workforce. However, by implementing innovative solutions and preparing infrastructure and support systems, communities can effectively address these challenges and ensure the well-being and quality of life for seniors and future generations. 

The increasing number of nonemergency medical calls from seniors in Honolulu poses a significant challenge to emergency services. This strain on EMS services has prompted the need for program expansion to address the specific needs of the aging population. By expanding programs like the Crisis, Outreach, Response, and Engagement (CORE) program and implementing initiatives based on the community paramedicine model, Honolulu can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the healthcare system. This approach promotes better health outcomes for seniors, enables emergency services to focus on urgent cases, and addresses the strain on EMS services caused by nonemergency calls.

#Healthcare,#Kupuna,#EmergencyServices,#CORE,