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Jamie Simpson Disability Program Coordinator

The Journey of Integration of Disability and Health Programs. Jamie Simpson Disability Program Coordinator. Principle Investigator: Paula Clayton Core Program Co-Directors: Lori Haskett, KDHE Glen White, University of Kansas. Getting on the Ballot . Successes. Raising awareness of:

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Jamie Simpson Disability Program Coordinator

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  1. The Journey of Integration of Disability and Health Programs Jamie Simpson Disability Program Coordinator Principle Investigator: Paula Clayton Core Program Co-Directors: Lori Haskett, KDHE Glen White, University of Kansas Our Vision – Healthier Kansans living in safe and sustainable environments.

  2. Getting on the Ballot Our Vision – Healthier Kansans living in safe and sustainable environments.

  3. Successes • Raising awareness of: • Disability-related health disparities 2. Disability Etiquette (People-first language) 3. Thriving disability communities in Kansas • Policy for accessible meetings • Bringing public health to disability organizations

  4. Definition of Disability “any activity limitations due to physical, mental or emotional problems and/or having a health problem that requires the use of a special equipment such as a cane, wheelchair, special bed, or special telephone.”

  5. Integrate What?! Is integration putting a square peg into a hole?

  6. The Future of Integrating Disability for Kansas • Consumer voice will help guide all Health Promotion Programs • Win-win for Health Promotion Programs and people with disabilities Our Vision – Healthier Kansans living in safe and sustainable environments.

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