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AAI's 2010-2011 Focus Areas |
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AAI 2010-2011 Focus
Take a moment to look over the areas of focus for the Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis. If you see something that interests you please contact
Debbie Koehl, Chair @
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# 317-862-5060
or
Robin Costley, Coalition Manager @
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# 317-221-2473
AAI Structure
Chair- 2-year term
Coalition Manager- Administered by the Marion County Health Department
Task Force Leader for each area of focus
Three areas of focus will be:
- Professional Education
- Annual luncheon with CME provided lectures
- Held each May in conjunction with Asthma Awareness Month and World Asthma Day
2. Volunteer Recruitment
- Reach out to Indiana Association of Respiratory Care
- Reach out to Schools of Pharmacy and Respiratory Care
- Request that each organization include blurbs about AAI in newsletters and websites.
- Upgrade volunteer area on website including an online membership form and yearly renewal.
- Develop AAI information packet for volunteer
- Develop volunteer letter
- Develop AAI report
- Volunteer needs and job dutes
- Mission/ vision statements
- Develop job responsibilities for specific event types
3. Annual Train the Trainer event ( Task Force Leader: Lynne Arrowsmith, RRT, AE-C)
- Hold event each September to update community educators on current best practice:
- Community outreach events
- School programs
- Head Start programs
Additionally:
- MPH intern and Coalition Manager will revise and update the AAI website
- Refocus efforts around World Asthma Day ( School participation has dropped considerably over the past five years )
- To establish a way to continue to use Clear Channel billboard as a public education opportunity
- Substitute with professional education day each May with annual meeting, recognition and luncheon.
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2010 World Asthma Day Poster Winner |
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Asthma is a chronic condition affecting an estimated 24 million Americans, with an
alarming 55% increase in the death rate over the last 20 years. The World Asthma Day
Celebration and poster contest is designed to generate public awareness for asthma and
its terrible consequences if not treated properly. Children ages five to fourteen entered
their artwork. The posters were up for display and judged at the Peyton Manning Children's
Hospital at St.Vincent for two weeks in early April.
The Annual World Asthma Day event occurred on Saturday, April 24th in the lobby of the
Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, located at 2001 W. 86th Street. Our grand
prizewinner's poster will be displayed on a billboard in their neighborhood donated by Clear
Channel Communications, Inc. Artwork is also used to help educate the community about
asthma through a child's eyes on presentations, t-shirts, note cards, and more.
The Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis was pleased to present the 2010 World Asthma Day
Poster Contest winners. All winners received a savings bond and certificate of their
accomplishment.
The winners of the contest were:
Grand Prize
Jocelyn Whyde 6th grade South Grove Intermediate School
Clear Channel Communications, Inc. donated a two-week run on a billboard near Jocelyn's school.
Billboard will be up at 3rd Street and Emerson Avenue in Beech Grove. May 17-31st.
Kindergarten through 2nd Grade Category
1st Place
Olivia Stilley 1st Grade Greenbriar Elementary School
2nd Place
Piper Hale Kindergarten Greenbriar Elementary School
3rd Place
Brionna Everett 1st Grade Greenbriar Elementary School
3rd through 5th Grade Category
1st Place
Lily Bailey 4th Grade South Grove Intermediate School
2nd Place
Carly Waite 4th Grade Greenbriar Elementary School
3rd Place TIE
Nina Gomolvilas 4th Grade Greenbriar Elementary School
(AND)
Stella Spengler 5th Grade South Grove Intermediate School
6th through 8th Grade Category
1st Place
Samantha Sipe 6th Grade South Grove Intermediate School
2nd Place
Gerald Pinkham 6th Grade South Grove Intermediate School
Thanks to all of our members who took time to assist with this important initiative.
To learn more about the 2010 contest log onto our website atwww.asthmaindy.org or contact the Asthma Alliance @ # 317-221-2473 or
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CME Training NHLBI Asthma Guidelines |
- Free CME training on the NHLBI Asthma Guidelines. Two credit hours available through Indiana University (CME credits will only be awarded from September 15, 2009 to September 14 2010). Go to www.injac.org
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About the Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis |
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Our Mission
The mission of the Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis is to arm individuals affected by asthma with the knowledge and skills to improve health and quality of life.
· EDUCATE
· ADVOCATE
· SERVE
The Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis (Alliance) has been active since 1997 and consists of health care professionals with varied backgrounds, including pediatric medicine, nursing, respiratory therapy, social work, and environmental health.
A multi-disciplinary approach to asthma education, prevention and treatment allows comprehensive support to the local community.
A letter taken fromA Chronicle of Progress :
On behalf of the Marion County Health Department, I am proud to share this report on the accomplishments of the Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis. As director of the Marion County Health Department, I appreciate the partnerships that make the alliance a vibrant health resource for Marion County residents.
This report chronicles and celebrates the progress made by the alliance in educating our community about asthma, how to manage asthma and how to create and sustain environments that protect all of us, and especially those with asthma. The emphasis placed on education by the alliance has been especially beneficial to those who might otherwise not have access to information on asthma symptoms and the variety of available treatment options.
Since 1997, the Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis has dedicated itself to providing critical educational services to Marion County residents. As we approach our first decade in the community, there remains much work in ensuring our families have access to information and services to maintain control of this chronic disease.
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