2022-2026 State Health Improvement Plan Priority Area Workgroup Charter – Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. It is the most common cause of dementia among the senior population. African Americans are twice as likely and Hispanics are one and a half times as likely as the older White population to have Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Prevalence is higher among women compared to men; two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s disease are women. There is no known cure, however, innovative research may provide hope for effective and novel treatment for this incapacitating disease.

Strengthen the capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Ensure a competent Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias workforce.
Enhance support for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their caregivers.

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

Purpose:

The purpose of Priority Area Workgroups (PAWs) is to contribute to, monitor and report on the goals and objectives for the priority areas selected by the State Health Improvement Plan Steering Committee. The PAWs serve as the operational component for engaging cross-sector collaborators in efforts to address the priorities, goals and objectives. This charter outlines the primary roles and responsibilities of the PAWs in their effort to improve the health of all Floridians.

Primary Functions

Develop goals and measurable objectives for each priority area
Create implementation plans to drive action
Monitor and provide quarterly progress updates on State Health Improvement Plan objectives and activities
Compile recommended revisions to State Health Improvement Plan goals and objectives for approval by the State Health Improvement Plan Steering Committee
Serve as champions for the State Health Improvement Plan by increasing awareness and engagement throughout networks

Roles and Responsibilities

Each PAW will consist of a chair and general PAW members. Additional chairs may be selected at the discretion of each PAW and general PAW members may be selected by the State Health Improvement Plan Steering Committee. Chairs and general PAW members will be responsible for maintaining their respective duties throughout the five-year duration of the State Health Improvement Plan.

Initial PAW Roles:

Develop no more than four (4) goals under each priority area
Develop no more than three (3) objectives for each goal; objectives shall be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound)
Develop an implementation plan to outline activities and how objectives will be measured

PAW Chairs:

Use subject matter expertise to provide leadership and direction to the PAW
Actively monitor PAW membership and invite partner organizations that will contribute to PAW-specific goals and objectives
Convene PAW at least once per quarter to review progress and prepare for quarterly reporting deadlines
Submit quarterly updates on objective status, activity progress and key accomplishments
Obtain PAW member feedback when compiling recommended revisions to State Health Improvement Plan goals and objectives for approval by the State Health Improvement Plan Steering Committee
Participate in PAW activities (e.g., providing feedback, answering surveys, collecting and analyzing data)
Request assistance and input on State Health Improvement Plan activities from stakeholders and partners

PAW Members:

Provide quarterly updates on objective status, activity progress and key accomplishments to PAW chairs and members
Participate in PAW activities (e.g., providing feedback, answering surveys, collecting and analyzing data)
Identify and recommend partner organizations to engage in ways that support PAW-specific goals and objectives
Consider new objectives or activities that will better accomplish State Health Improvement Plan goals or address identified gaps in the State Health Improvement Plan

Meeting Frequency and Process:

Each PAW will meet (via conference call, virtual format, in-person, etc.) at least once per quarter or on an as needed basis (whichever is needed to best fulfill the primary functions of the group) to discuss progress on priority objectives
Each PAW should meet at least annually to compile recommended revisions to State Health Improvement Plan goals and objectives for approval by the State Health Improvement Plan Steering Committee

Member Time Commitment

The duration of the 2022-2026 State Health Improvement Plan, which is a five-year plan.

Chair Organizations:

Florida Department of Elder Affairs, Alzheimer’s Association of Florida

Member Organizations:

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