An initiative of The N.C. Center for Health & Wellness at UNC Asheville | Statement of Compassion & Inclusion

Disabilities Inclusion Toolkit and PowerPoint (updated 2018)

In North Carolina 37% of older adults report at least one disability. This may include a disability in mobility, cognition, independent living, vision, hearing, and/or self-care.

Because evidence-based programs offer proven ways to promote health and prevent disease, it is vital to be inclusive and accommodating to those participants who have disabilities.

A guide and a PowerPoint were developed to share best practices for planning, promoting, recruiting, and facilitating evidence-based programs with participants with disabilities

Please take a few moments to review these resources for tips and ideas:

Disabilities Inclusion Toolkit

PPT to accompany Disabilities Inclusion Toolkit

NCOA Tip Sheet: Engaging People with Disabilities in Evidence-Based Programs