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8 <br /> Page 2 of 3 Sandra Okeke Bates <br /> I collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals on a daily basis, attend health-related <br /> policy conferences, and immerse myself in our communities, so I believe that I can bring <br /> valuable and holistic lens to health related discussions <br /> Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest <br /> (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? <br /> Board of Social Services <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> With my multifaceted background, I can contribute significantly to advancing social services <br /> initiatives and improving our community well-being. As a nursing student, I have gained a solid <br /> foundation in community health, and worked with social workers and case managers to connect <br /> patients with community based resources. I have planned and implemented evidenced based <br /> interventions for diverse communities. I have organized sustainable campaigns that empowered <br /> individuals to make informed decisions. Engaged in fireside chat conversations with community <br /> members to talk about homelessness, domestic violence, and exploitation of our aging <br /> community members. As a domestic violence survivor myself, I knew that the only way that I <br /> survived and thrived is because of the help and resources that I was connected to. I want to be <br /> able to contribute the same to our community members. <br /> I also volunteer as a postpartum doula to families and single parents that cana€TMt afford a <br /> doula service after given birth. Connect them to accessible community resources for diapers, <br /> food, baby clothing and many more. I offer the gift of time to these families&single birthing <br /> persons, with the hope that they get sometime to do something for themselves (sleeping, take a <br /> long bath, calling family and friendsa€;..). <br /> Volunteers at Parktown food hub in Durham to help pack give away bag to people in the <br /> communities <br /> Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board <br /> I am eager to collaborate with fellow board members, advocate for evidence-based policies that <br /> ensures that resources and support are provided to community members that are at risk for <br /> homelessness, violence, and exploitation. I also want to do the best I can to contribute optimally <br /> to our community <br /> How would your participation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? <br /> I collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals on a daily basis, attend health-related <br /> policy conferences, and immerse myself in our communities, so I believe that I provide valuable <br /> contributions to discussions <br /> Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest <br /> (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? <br /> Adult Care Home and Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> Being a Duke cardiothoracic nurse provides me with a unique set of skills and experiences that <br /> make me an excellent candidate for the Adult Care Home and Nursing Home Community <br /> Advisory Committee. I have a good understanding of complex medical conditions that affects <br /> seniors in our community, this can directly contribute in ensuring that residents in nursing homes <br /> are receiving evidence-based care. Also, I have experience with advocating for seniors and/or <br /> adults with disability both in healthcare settings, and in the community, and also with <br /> communicating with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team. I have received dementia care <br /> training, and can effectively conduct assessments like functionality assessments (ADLs & <br /> IADLs), depression screening, cognitive screening, medication reconciliation using the BEERs <br /> criteria and many other geriatric assessment. I participated in a community health initiative that is <br /> geared towards health promotion for veterans. I served as a health promotion educator and <br />