New York Academy of Medicine/Social Work Leadership Institute

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http://socialworkleadership.org/nsw/index.php

The Social Work Leadership Institute at The New York Academy of Medicine is a national program that supports healthy aging. Our goal is to ensure that America's older adults receive the care they need to stay independent and in charge of their lives - and that their caregivers also get the support they deserve. To accomplish this goal, we focus on 1) Improving the quality of health and long-term care for older adults - particularly those with complex chronic conditions - so that these services are better coordinated and easier to access, and 2) Growing the workforce of professionals trained in aging care, including social workers.

About The New York Academy of Medicine
The New York Academy of Medicine, founded in 1847, is an independent non-profit institution committed to enhancing the health of the public with a particular emphasis on disadvantaged urban populations. This mission is fulfilled through research, education and advocacy focused on understanding and eliminating the root causes of poor health.

The research agenda includes epidemiologic, health policy, and public health studies of major contributors to the poor health status of underserved populations. In the area of education, the Academy convenes an array of conferences and symposia on health issues, offers continuing medical education opportunities for professionals, and provides health education training for teachers.