The Value of In-Person VA Medical Foster Home National Conference for Rural Program Coordinators
2024
Value of In-Person VA Medical Foster Home Conference for Rural Coordinators
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Author Information
Author(s): Manheim Chelsea, Fix Rachel, Haverhals Leah
Primary Institution: Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center
Hypothesis
In-person conferences for VA Medical Foster Home coordinators improve their experiences and effectiveness.
Conclusion
In-person conferences help MFH coordinators feel less isolated and more motivated in their roles.
Supporting Evidence
- Conferences hosted 83 attendees from east coast programs and 98 from Midwest and western programs.
- Coordinators reported making strong connections and developing innovative marketing ideas.
- In-person conferences provide needed boosts to coordinators working in solitary positions.
Takeaway
The VA held conferences to help coordinators meet and share ideas, which made them feel better about their work.
Methodology
Interviews were conducted with MFH coordinators from four rural expansion programs.
Participant Demographics
MFH coordinators from rural programs.
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