Scalability of Community-Based Participatory Research: Older Adults and Technology

Class Experience Level
Beginner

Building on the success and learnings of the STEHL Smart Tablet Education for Healthy Living (STEHL) Program was awarded funding by the Region 6 Illinois State Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG), one of seven Action Plans created by Region 6 SAGs. This webinar explores how community-based participatory research (CBPR) can be scaled to reach broader populations of older adults through technology. As digital literacy becomes increasingly vital for health and well-being, especially among seniors in retirement communities, this session will examine strategies for expanding digital education initiatives while maintaining the integrity and impact of community engagement. 

We will hear perspectives from members of the team who collaborated in the implementation of the third phase of the project. 

Guest Speakers  

Dr. Anitha Saravanan PhD, RN, ANP-BC, Assistant Professor, School of Nursing, College of Health and Human Sciences, Northern Illinois University 
Dr. Yujun Liu, PhD , Assistant Professor,-Northern Illinois University 
Dr. Pam Gampetro, PhD, RN Assistant Professor, Illinois State University 
Dr. Shalini Shrikanth, PhD, RN, Clinical Assistant Professor, Loyola University Chicago 
Bolanle, BS – grad student, Northern Illinois University 
Masooma Shamsi, BSN, RN – grad student, Northern Illinois University 

By registering for this class, you are agreeing to the NNLM Code of Conduct

Objectives:
  • Explore methods for engaging older adults in digital health literacy programs. 
  • Identify key factors that influence successful expansion, including partnerships, funding, and cultural considerations. 
  • Learn from real-world examples and outcomes of scaled digital health education efforts. 

Class Details

Date(s): September 10, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Platform: Webex
CE Credits: 1.00
CE Categories: MLA
This class is sponsored by Region 6.

Class Contacts

Host/Instructor: Stefania Acosta Ramirez
Technical Assistance: Miles Dietz-Castel
last updated: 07/29/25 23:57