Health & Medical

Results: 7

• Community Clinics (2)
  LN-1500

  Community Clinics

  LN-1500
  
  Consumer-based, community-controlled, nonprofit outpatient facilities that provide basic health care including physical examinations, immunizations, family planning, nutrition assistance and diagnosis and treatment of common ailments for low income people, people who are homeless or uninsured/underinsured or other medically underserved populations that are geographically, economically and culturally challenged. Services are generally provided on an ability-to-pay basis. In the U.S., most community clinics are part of the network of Federally Qualified Health Centers, and many are known as "free clinics".
• Dementia Management (1)
  LT-1750.1700

  Dementia Management

  LT-1750.1700
  
  Programs that offer any of a variety of therapeutic approaches which are intended to maximize the existing cognitive functioning of people who have Alzheimer's disease, Pick's disease or other forms of cognitive impairment. Interventions include structured activities and exercises that are designed for people who have a short attention span and require extra verbal and visual stimulation with the objective of enhancing the individual's perception of the environment, promoting trust, reducing anxiety, avoiding overstimulation and maximizing communication skills.
• Geriatric Psychiatry (1)
  RP-6400.2700

  Geriatric Psychiatry

  RP-6400.2700
  
  Programs that specialize in providing multidisciplinary care including preventive, diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation services for older adults with anxiety disorders, depression, cognitive impairments, psychoses or other mental health conditions in their homes, in long term care facilities or in hospital or nursing facility settings. The objectives of geriatric psychiatry are to improve the quality of life for older individuals who may have a combination of psychological, physical and social needs; and to support their ability to live independently in the community for as long as possible.
• Health Fairs (1)
  LH-2700.2900

  Health Fairs

  LH-2700.2900
  
  Organizations that sponsor expositions which offer health screenings and a wide variety of informational materials for participants. Health fairs are offered in many locations including parks, recreation centers, senior centers, schools and malls and offer stations for health history, height, weight, visual acuity, a blood profile and a general health review and referral as well as a variety of optional screenings which may include dermatology, hearing, podiatry, dental, glaucoma, allergy testing and the blood test for prostate cancer. Educational materials are usually available in a number of languages and may include information about AIDS/HIV, environmental health, prenatal care, heart disease and other community health topics. Some sites may also offer "Ask the Pharmacist" booths for information about medication.
• Multiple Sclerosis Clinics (1)
  LT-1750.4900

  Multiple Sclerosis Clinics

  LT-1750.4900
  
  Programs that provide comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitation services for individuals affected by multiple sclerosis, a chronic, slowly progressive disease of the central nervous system.
• Stroke Rehabilitation (1)
  LR-1570.8500

  Stroke Rehabilitation

  LR-1570.8500
  
  Multidisciplinary programs that combine the resources of physical, occupational and speech therapists to help individuals who have been disabled by a stroke recover their mobility and ability to communicate or develop alternative approaches or skills. Therapy focuses on helping patients to recover physical strength and control; improve their balance; relearn or replace basic motor skills that are needed for dressing, shaving, housekeeping and other activities of daily living; and overcome expressive and receptive language problems or develop alternatives.
• Substance Use Disorder Counselors (1)
  YO-5000.8000

  Substance Use Disorder Counselors

  YO-5000.8000
  
  Individuals who specialize in providing counseling in an individual or group setting that helps people with alcohol and/or drug use disorders better understand the nature of the disorder and supports their recovery efforts. Substance abuse counselors also offer assistance to family members and others affected by the situation with the objective of helping them cope with and provide support for the individual undergoing treatment. They refer clients for other support services (such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services and employment support) as needed; monitor the progress of the client to evaluate the success of the therapy; and adapt the treatment plan as needed. Many also work at the community level and are involved in the development and implementation of substance use disorder prevention programs.