… of the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Office to organize and support this work being done by all of us. I wanted to take a moment to update you on … widely our IHP Commitment to Equity and Anti-oppression , Identified new ways to support our BIPOC faculty, staff, and alumni with employee resource groups, Began … the JEDI Council and administration. View the full list of efforts underway to support faculty, staff and students in these areas. And, to assure equity in …

… in 2022, have severely reduced payment rates. In their meetings, they asked for support of legislation to provide an increase to Medicare payments by at least the … and Providers Act (H.R 2474).   Another bill that the group worked to garner support for is the OT Mental Health Parity Act (H.R.8220/S.1592 ), which would … Mental Health Care, Lower-Cost Drugs and Extenders Act.  The team also requested support for the Expanded Telehealth Access Act (H.R.3875/S.2880) to permanently …

… services in areas such as: Receptive language and expressive language support to aid understanding and communication   Dysphagia treatment for safe eating … communication skills enhancement to foster relationships Using AAC devices to support nonverbal individuals Fluency disorders management for those who stutter … An aging population needing dysphagia treatment and cognitive-communication support Advances in medical care, leading to higher survival rates and ongoing …

… urgent need, geared toward increasing number of trained professionals available to support clinical teams, families, communities The MGH Institute of Health … will begin recruiting participants later this year and is designed to prepare peer support specialists, recovery coaches, and entry-level mental health workers to serve … program is geared toward increasing the number of trained individuals available to support clinical teams, families, and communities. MGH Institute with McLean and MGB …

… more than 170 health care professionals and other interested participants from 26 states and Canada.  Among the speakers was Senator Edward Markey (D-MA), a climate … more than 170 health care professionals and other interested participants from 26 states and Canada.  Among the speakers was Senator Edward Markey (D-MA), a climate …

… like to share my appreciation for all those who have supported, and continue to support, our mission in the School of Nursing. We wouldn’t be able to provide the … it all, our faculty, staff, and students have truly shined, rallying together to support one another in creating a supportive learning environment. What’s more, we’ve … like to share my appreciation for all those who have supported, and continue to support, our mission in the School of Nursing. We wouldn’t be able to provide the …

… of a framework adopted from The Institute for Anti-Racist Education that can support these dialogues: Address the events without teaching about them. Remember … an acknowledgment of historical harms on marginalized communities. Need more support? Reach out to the JEDI Office . The (un)learning process is not an easy one … interconnected. The JEDI Office is here to provide individual and community-wide support. Learn more about us. Be well. …

…     I am including details below from MGB News today with further resources to support our colleagues.    In solidarity for peace,   Dr. Ken White Dean and … Brigham Employee Assistance Program if you or a member of your family needs support. To access free, confidential support, call 1-866-724-4327. The EAP also shares these resources you may find …     I am including details below from MGB News today with further resources to support our colleagues.    In solidarity for peace,   Dr. Ken White Dean and …