Leaders of Citizens of Louisville Organized and United Together said they ve won a lot for their community, but there s more work to do after more than 1,500 members met for a virtual gathering Tuesday night.
CLOUT held its annual Nehemiah Action Assembly to address key community issues and hear from public leaders, including JCPS Superintendent Marty Pollio and Louisville Metro Council President David James.
CLOUT is made up of religious congregations working together to solve critical community problems. Its mission, according to its website, is to build the power of religious congregations to solve community problems by holding systems accountable.
Every year, the organization picks issues to tackle in the community. The religious nonprofit s campaigns this year are focused on police-community relations, affordable housing, school discipline and safety, and services for older adults.
Patrick Pössel, professor in the Department of Counseling and Human Development, runs the Cardinal Success Program.
It is certainly no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has turned our world upside-down. This is perhaps especially true when it comes to the field of education. As students have transitioned to primarily online modes of learning, university campuses across the country have seen massive shifts in living, learning and providing instruction.
In UofL’s College of Education and Human Development, many faculty members have also contended with another pandemic dilemma – ensuring that students are involved in practicum experiences and maintaining the quality of those experiences during such uncertain times.
UofL Trager Institute and Republic Bank Foundation Optimal Aging Clinic
Residents of Kentucky counties surrounding Louisville who are caring for a loved one age 60 and older can receive free services to support them in their caregiving role.
The Caregiver Program, coordinated by the University of Louisville Trager Institute, offers support and training through educational workshops, professionally facilitated support groups, individualized access to resources through case management and individual counseling. All services are provided virtually.
“One of the most important lessons I’ve learned being a 24/7 caregiver is there is always too much to do. My care receiver’s needs are continuous and I must find and prioritize time for myself to do the things that are important to me and make it possible to continue on,” said Sally, a participant in the Caregiver Program who asked to be identified by first name only. “The caregiver support group is one of those things. Talking w
UofL Trager Institute’s Republic Bank Foundation Optimal Aging Clinic
The Republic Bank Foundation Optimal Aging Clinic will use information gained from a collaboration between the University of Louisville Trager Institute and the UofL Logistics and Distribution Institute (LoDI) to safely resume in-person clinical services once COVID-19 positivity rates return to an acceptable level in the community. The institutes’ seemingly unusual collaboration will allow the clinic to create a safe environment for older adults to access the care they need during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Optimal Aging Clinic specializes in comprehensive care for older adults by taking an interdisciplinary approach to health care.