Diverse Elders Coalition Webinar: Getting the Vaccine to the Communities That Need It Most
The Diverse Elders Coalition, in partnership with the National Hispanic Council on Aging (NHCOA), is hosting a webinar on May 25 to inform diverse communities about COVID-19 and to highlight the realities of older adults living through the pandemic.
This webinar is the second of a two-part series. It will include information regarding COVID-19 vaccine safety, tools to find vaccine locations, and community-specific resources to overcome barriers to access vaccinations. The webinar will also include polling questions to hear real-world experiences.
By Attending this webinar, you will:
- Gain an understanding of the existing health inequities and experiences of diverse older adults living through the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Learn from experts about “What We Know Now” About COVID-19 vaccine, vaccine safety, and access for diverse communities.
- Learn about resources and tools to help find COVID-19 vaccination locations.
- Receive accurate information for diverse communities regarding COVID-19 vaccine safety.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Sarah Piersol, Program Manager in North Dakota, National Indian Council on Aging
- Gelila Selassie, Staff Attorney, Justice in Aging
- Dr. Henry Pacheco, Family Doctor and Public Health Consultant for NHCOA
To register for this webinar, click here.
To learn more about the Diverse Elders Coalition, click here.
To learn more about JAHF's support of DEC, click here.
