Still Thu., 6/10 -- busy day. This afternoon, I accompanied Linda to a Senior Center where she did a presentation on how to find reliable health information on the internet. Funded by a grant, this project includes presentations to all 19 senior centers in the area. We arrived outfitted with a computer and projector for a ppt presentation, information about Johns Hopkins Bayview, a folder of helpful information*, and a pen.
*Pamphlet entitled "Reliable Health Information on the Internet: A Reference Guide" (Contains links to really useful information, searching helps, and Harrison Library info); a National Institute on Aging pamphlet titled "AgePage" (how to tell if a health website is trustworthy); The "AskMe3" questions (questions to ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist); and a comprehensive health information form.
We were a little worried -- people were eating, playing cards, the TV was on. But when the show was ready to go, the TV went off, the cards were put down, and everyone was attentive and interactive. There were requests for additional folders for friends or relatives and a number of positive comments. As I understand it, that reception is not always the case, but pleasant when it is. Linda did a very good job of presenting the information, btw. What was also nice was the chance to see a bit of a different part of Baltimore with a knowledgable, friendly tour guide -- who could point out other spots where the library participates in community education.
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