State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP)

 

To strengthen public health and improve well-being across Florida, state leaders brought together a diverse coalition of organizations to create a unified, actionable roadmap. This collaborative effort emphasized shared responsibility through a comprehensive state health assessment, the identification of priority areas, and the development of strategic goals.

The result is Florida’s State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP): a five-year strategy with seven defined priority areas, each supported by measurable goals and objectives. The Department of Elder Affairs partners with the Department of Health and other statewide collaborators to align aging-focused initiatives with SHIP’s Priority Area One: Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD).

2022-2026 Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Priority Area Workgroup (ADRD PAW)

The ADRD PAW, led by the Department of Elder Affairs in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, aims to strengthen Florida’s response to ADRD through three strategic goals:

Goal 1: Strengthen the Capacity to Address ADRD

We aim to improve early detection and diagnosis of ADRD by identifying partners engaged in outreach, supporting approved awareness campaigns, and expanding educational opportunities that reach individuals, families, and communities across Florida.

Goal 2: Ensure a Competent ADRD Workforce

We aim to provide statewide training and education for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and support staff, ensuring they have the skills needed to provide effective and compassionate care.

Goal 3: Enhance Support for Those Living with ADRD and Their Caregivers

We aim to enhance support services such as respite care, counseling, and educational resources. By strengthening these support systems, we aim to improve the quality of life for both individuals with these conditions and their caregivers.

• SHIP Priority Area Workgroups 
• SHIP Resource Guide 
• SHIP Caregiver Toolkit 

Explore Our Work

Access resources and initiatives supporting the goals and objectives of the ADRD PAW here:

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