Advancing Health Equity: Health Access for Special Populations

Perhaps more than any other health crisis occurring in the past century, the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the stark health disparities in our nation, particularly for communities of color. These disparities and others are evident in the ways different people and groups experience the social determinants of health (SDoH), which are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age. These factors include socioeconomic status, access to health care, education, neighborhood and physical environment, employment, and social support networks. As such, community-based organizations play a critical role in strengthening the health and well-being of communities by addressing the social needs of individuals and families.

Quality care and access for special populations and communities is essential yet remains a challenge for many today. This webinar, hosted by Social Current, will share and define who are special populations, the challenges of health access for these populations, and what factors contribute to systems that are meant to ensure quality care for all.

Takeaways include:

• Core factors that affect access and care for special populations.
• Participants will be able to identify special populations with shared language.
• Strategies that provide equitable solutions to serving special populations.