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Health Tecdl Distance Learning for Nonprofit Health Organizations

Supported by a grant from Healthcare Georgia Foundation, HealthTecdl is a network of organizations with the intent of providing Distance Learning (DL) tools to disseminate information and capacity building programs primarily to non-profit health organizations within the state of Georgia. Distance Learning Tools include a combination of video and web conferencing.

In 2006, Healthcare Georgia Foundation launched the Pilot Phase of the HealthTecdl program. The Georgia-based organizations participating in this initial effort were North Georgia Community Foundation (Gainesville), Three Rivers AHEC (Columbus), and TechBridge (Atlanta).

The Pilot Phase of the program featured seven sessions on the following topics:

For more information about upcoming programs and sessions, visit www.healthtecdl.org.

 

 

Previous Sessions:

Healthcare Practice Management: From Start-up to Fix-up

Presenter:
Peggy LaMee, CPAM
Practice Management Specialist

Hosted by:
Three Rivers Area Health Education Center (AHEC)

Session Description:

Keeping physicians and other healthcare practitioners viable and financially sound is critical to ensuring that rural and medically-underserved areas in Georgia have regular access to healthcare. Employing Healthcare Practice Management is an important, natural complement to the clinical knowledge you already possess, and can ensure the longevity of your practice and those it serves.

On April 26, 2007, Three Rivers Area Health Education Center (AHEC) hosted a free webcast that provided information on the best methods for managing and sustaining a medical practice.

Objectives:

  • Know the keys to a profitable and well-organized medical practice;
  • Understand why the keys are employed in unison to be successful;
  • Become aware of practical resources to help implement and maintain a strong structure of operation; and
  • Become aware of loan repayment and other financial information

To View or Download the presentation, click here (PPT)

 

 

Risk Management Through Regulatory Compliance and Internal Controls

Presenter:
John C. McGee, Executive Director
Family Relations Program

Hosted by:
North Georgia Community Foundation

Session Description:

The sustainability of your nonprofit organization can often hinge on its ability to prevent risk and/or the closure of programs through the implementation of regulatory compliance and internal controls. On March 15, North Georgia Community Foundation hosted a HealthTecdl session designed to help agencies understand risk and the recent federal regulations that apply to nonprofits.

Objectives:

  • Understand the definition of Risk Management and other related key terms
  • Know which materials your organization is required to disclose to the general public (including methods of disclosure and consequences of failure to disclose)
  • Become aware of recent legislation and its impact on nonprofit organizations

This free webcast reinforces the importance of board and staff involvement in the development and execution of sound risk management practices, as well as other tactics that nonprofits should undertake to protect themselves from unnecessary exposure to liability.

To View or Download the presentation, click here (PPT)

 

 

 

The Art & Science of the Successful Grant Proposal

Presenter:
Chattahoochee Community Foundation
The Foundation Center
Healthcare Georgia Foundation
North Georgia Community Foundation

Session Description:

The sustainability of your nonprofit organization can often hinge on its ability to prevent risk and/or the closure of programs through the implementation of regulatory compliance and internal controls. On March 15, North Georgia Community Foundation hosted a HealthTecdl session designed to help agencies understand risk and the recent federal regulations that apply to nonprofits.

Successful grant proposals are essential to the longevity of your nonprofit organization. On January 18th, HealthTecdl, a distance learning network supported by Healthcare Georgia Foundation, North Georgia Community Foundation, Three Rivers Area Health Education Center, and TechBridge hosted a an interactive webcast featuring an introductory overview of the art and science of proposal writing, guidance from grantmakers, as well as insights and lessons learned from Georgia nonprofits.

From practical tips to do's and don'ts, the session provided insight on how to increase your organization's chances of a favorable funding decision from representatives of The Foundation Center, North Georgia Community Foundation, the Chattahoochee Community Foundation, and Healthcare Georgia Foundation.

Objectives:

  • Write a clear and compelling proposal
  • Prepare a comprehensive grant application
  • Manage a grant award
  • Work effectively with grantmakers

To View or Download the presentation, click here (PPT)

 

 

 

Strategic Communications: From the Plan to the Public

Presenter:
Melissa Taylor
Senior Vice President
Porter Novelli

Session Description:

Communications is more than creating materials to share information about your organization; it is not about talking, but being heard. To be effective, you have to deliver the right message to the right person in the right place at the right time.

On September 27th, HealthTecdl, a distance learning network supported Healthcare Georgia Foundation, North Georgia Community Foundation, Three Rivers Area Health Education Center, and TechBridge hosted a training session that focused on practical, step-by-step instructions for developing a communications plan specific to nonprofit health organizations.

Objectives:

  • Understand the basics of communications and the critical elements of a communications plan
  • Identify effective communications strategies for raising awareness about their organizations, programs and issues
  • Develop a media strategy and identify the right reporters and stories to raise awareness of the organization and its issues
  • Understand the methods of research for communications planning and evaluation

To View or Download the presentation, click here (PPT)

To View or Download the Communications Training Guide, click here (PDF)

 

 

 

Health Literacy: Is your message understood?

Presenters:
Julie Gazmararian, PhD, MPH
Kara Jacobson, MPH, CHES

Department of Health Policy and Management
Emory Center on Health Outcomes and Quality
Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University

Session Description:

Tens of millions of Americans struggle with the understanding of even the most basic health information, often obstructing their ability to make appropriate health decisions. The implementation of sound health literacy practices will enable you to connect with your audience so that the information presented to them is both understandable and useful.

On Augsust 23rd, HealthTecdl, a distance learning network supported Healthcare Georgia Foundation, North Georgia Community Foundation, Three Rivers Area Health Education Center, and TechBridge hosted a webcast designed to help participants increase their comprehension of health literacy concepts and their impact on health. The session was designed for employees of community-based organizations, nonprofit organizations; researchers; and allied health personnel.

Objectives:

  • Define health literacy
  • Describe the prevalence and the impact of health literacy
  • Understand the application of health literacy principles, specifically identifying strategies for better communication of health information
  • Identify at least five components that make written educational materials "easy-to-read"
  • Identify resources to reduce the effects of low health literacy skills

To View of Download the presentation, click here

  

 

 

Rx for Robust Boards

Presenters:
Kim Anderson
Sam Pettway
Boardwalk Consulting

Session Description:

In order to succeed, your nonprofit organization requires the support of a strong, robust board of directors -- one that is engaged, interested, and motivated in the advancement of its mission. If your organization is not taking full advantage of its board, it may be time for a check-up.

On July 18th, Healthcare Georgia Foundation, North Georgia Community Foundation, Three Rivers Area Health Education Center and Techbridge hosted a HealthTecDL session designed to help nonprofit organizations diagnose their needs and opportunities to achieve a strong, robust board of directors through a greater understanding of board:

  • Development, recruitment and retention strategies
  • Role delineation
  • Policies and procedures
  • Assessment, evaluation and succession planning

To View or Download the presentation, click here (PDF)


 

 

2006 Georgia Budget and Health Legislative Update

Presenters:
Linda Lowe, Consumer Health Advocate, Georgia Legal Services & Families First,
Alan Essig, Georgia Budget and Policy Institute

Session Description:

Nonprofit organizations and those they serve are impacted daily by decisions made under the Gold Dome. And keeping up with changes to Georgia's budget, along with the thousands of bills that pass through each session can be a daunting, if not impossible, task.

On May 25th, Healthcare Georgia Foundation, North Georgia Community Foundation, Three Rivers Area Health Education Center and Techbridge hosted a HealthTecdl web-session that clarified the recent affecting Georgia nonprofit health organizations most, helping them navigate Georgia's ever-changing fiscal and legislative environment.

Participants of the web-session learned about:

  • Key health legislation affecting Georgians in 2006
     
  • The potential impact of health legislation on nonprofit health organizations and their clients
     
  • The 2006 Georgia budget and key health-related revenues and expenditures
     
  • The 2006 Georgia budget and its implications for nonprofit health organizations
     
  • Available resources for further information on health legislation and related financing

To View or Download the presentation, click here