...Forecasting the Future Female Veteran Population and Their Increased Use of the VA Medical System - VPT2 Data-Driven Decision Making - C207 August 12th, 2015 Forecasting the Future Female Veteran Population and Their Increased Use of the VA Medical System The use of the Veterans Affairs medical care system has significantly increased over the last decade due to two recent wars and an aging Vietnam Veteran population. As females have been accepted in all roles into the military, their population within the military has progressively multiplied over the last three decades. Since females in general typically use healthcare at a higher rate than their male counterparts, it is necessary to ascertain if the female veteran population and their usage of the VA is trending in the direction of growth. Should the numbers be trending in a manner that shows significant growth, a further in-depth study would be indicated to determine future growth beyond the course of this analysis could provide. This trending information as well as future studies, should they be indicated, would assist VA management in determining future monetary and staffing budgets. Data Collection To evaluate the potential for growth within the female veteran population, data was collected online from: Veterans Affairs (VA) detailing veteran population statistics by state, age group, and gender; a Women’s Health Veteran’s Affairs Publication detailing the socio-demographic, utilization, and Costs...
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...Pamela Kofton ANT 102 Cultural Anthropology Fall 2012 Ellsworth Center Marlboro Cemetery Lamoine, MaineThis old time cemetery in Hancock County, Maine seems, at first glance, to be a forgotten patch of Maine woods. Adjacent to a new housing development, Marlboro Woods with large homes spread out on Ldyia's lane, a seemingly bustling neighborhood of the future, an overgrown woods path leads to an entrance marked with a bent iron gate attached to stone pillars and delineated by a wire fence. Marlboro Cemetery is located in Lamoine, Maine off Route 204 (called Partridge Cove Rd) approximately 4.4 miles from the intersection of Rt 184 and 204. Turn left onto Lydia's Lane, drive approximately 0.1 miles. There is a path to the cemetery on the right. The cemetery is named Marlboro Cemetery. Marlboro is a village which was incorporated into the town of Lamoine. Although a number of gravestones do display Christian symbols, there seems to be no obvious church or religious affiliation represented, leading me to deduce this cemetery was used by all town members. There are a total of twenty two surnames represented with no prevailing ethnicity. Wives are buried with their husbands showing this is a patriarchal society. Most stones are crafted from the local granite with a few different types unrecognizable to me. Surnames Represented in Marlboro Cemetery (QTY) | Bowden (2) | Bragdon (6) | Closson (1) | Corey (1 + 1 Dog) | Ford (5) | Frye...
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...Describe the Business I am a small business owner. In fact, the business is a service-disabled veteran-owned business. I qualify as a service-disabled veteran-owned business as the Department of Veteran Affairs has determined that I have a service-connected disability after my six years of service, and I own over 51% of my business (SBA, 2013). My business produces prosthetic limbs for amputees. The prosthetic limbs are made specifically to fit the veteran. The recent Iraq and Afghanistan wars have left many service members in need of prostheses. Additionally, the aging veteran population is also in need of prostheses due to diabetes and other long-term diseases. Federal Government Procurement Opportunity The Department of Veteranss Affairs develops medical contracts to supply prosthetics to veterans. The Department of Veterans Affairs has contracts with various companies, such as Morfey Limbs and Braces, to provide prosthetic limbs. Many of these companies are large and are not certified with the Small Business Administration, but the Department of Veteran Affairs is charged, nationally, with having 10% of their contracts be with service-disabled veteran-owned businesses (Fiscal Year, 2013). My business can help the Department of Veterans Affairs meet their goal of 10%. The Department of Veterans Affairs contract for prosthetic limb with vendors at the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) and their acquisition centers. My business is located in VISN...
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...BUSINESS STRETEGY | HARLEY DAVIDSON | | SUBMITTED BY- MANISHA YADAV(IB/05/04) | | SUBMITTED TO-MR. AMIT SAREEN | 9/14/2013 | | Table of content Chapters | Page No | Introduction | | History | | Value | | Vision,Mission | | Product Extension | | Intensive Strategies | | Organizational Chart | | Management | | İnternal & External Forces | | Micheal Porter Analysis | | Market Share | | Human Resource | | Strategic mix | | Competitive Profile Mix | | Internal Analysis Factor Mix | | SWOT & SWOT Matrix | | BCG | | Conclusion | | Possible Strategies | | Introduction Harley-Davidson is an American motorcycle manufacturer with a rich history and cultural tradition. Founded in 1903 in Milwaukee, WI, Harley just celebrated its 100th anniversary with a series of events around the world that culminated in hundreds of thousands of motorcyclists rallying last summer on the shores of Lake Michigan. In 1929, there were 241 motorcycle manufacturers in the US. After the Depression, only two remained: Harley and Indian. By 1953, Indian went out of business, leaving Harley-Davidson as the only American motorcycle manufacturer. Financial difficulties in the 1970’s led to the parent company, AMF putting the motorcycle division up for sale. Without a buyer, a group of Harley managers bought out the company and rescued it with a business turnaround that included brand extensions into licensed...
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..................................................... 3 EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT ........................................................................................... 3 External Audit ................................................................................................................. 3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis ......................................................................................... 7 External Factor Matrix .................................................................................................... 8 Table 1 ................................................................................................................ 8 Competitive Profile Matrix ............................................................................................. 9 Table 2 ................................................................................................................ 9 INTERNAL ASSESSMENT .......................................................................................... 10 Key Internal Forces ....................................................................................................... 10 Financial Ratio Analysis ............................................................................................... 12 Table 3 .............................................................................................................. 12 Internal Factor Evaluation Matrix ...................................................................
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...the Workplace: HRM, Laws, Aging, Diversity, and Flexibility Dornisha Freeman Dr. Jo-Rene Queensberry HRM 500 Human Resource Management Foundations January 25, 2014 Trends in the Workplace: HRM, Laws, Aging, Diversity, and Flexibility Functional Areas It is necessary in today's time that organizations have a HR unit. The HR unit started off as a department with less duties and responsibility. Now the HR unit has evolved. According to McNamara, Human Resource Management (HRM) includes an array of functions and activities. Some activities include compensation, employee records, policies, and managing approach. “Human resource management refers to the practices and policies you need to carry out the personal aspects of your management job, specifically, acquiring, training, appraising, rewarding, and providing a safe, ethical, and fair environment for your company’s employees” (Dessler, 2009, p.2). According to Dessler, such practices and policies include recruiting applicants, selecting candidates, train employees (new and current), job analysis, and planning. The major functional areas of Human Resources Management are planning, staffing, employee development, and employee maintenance. These areas and their contributions share the same objective to furthering organizational goals. In the planning function, the number and types of employees are determined. Planning requires collection and analysis of information to predict needs and supplies...
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...MARKETING PLAN Senior Care Plus Final Draft Marketing Management Keller Graduate School of Management Contents 1.0 Executive Summary 3 2.0. Situation Analysis Overview 4 2.1. Market Summary 4 2.2. SWOT Analysis 8 2.2.1. Strengths: 8 2.2.2. Weaknesses: 8 2.2.3. Opportunities: 9 2.2.4. Threats: 9 2.3. Competition 9 2.4. Product Offering 10 2.5. Keys to Success 10 2.6. Critical Issues 10 3.0. Marketing Strategy Overview 11 3.1. Mission Statement 11 3.2. Marketing Objectives 12 3.2.1. Brand Identity 12 3.2.2. Value Proposition 13 3.2.3. Estimated Unit Sales 14 3.3. Financial Objectives 15 3.4. Target Markets 15 3.5 Positioning 17 3.6 Pricing Strategies 18 3.7. Marketing Attack Strategy 19 3.7.1 Advertising 20 3.7.2 Public Relations 21 3.7.3 Internet 21 3.7.4 Sales Promotion 22 3.8. Marketing Research 24 4.0 Controls Overview 24 4.1. Progress Milestones 25 4.2 Marketing Organization 26 4.3 Contingency Planning 26 4.4 Conclusion 27 References 29 1.0 Executive Summary The aging population of America is, no doubt, booming. Thus, a good number of businesses have been organized that cater to this sector of society. One of these are those retail stores that serve the needs of the senior population. Senior Care Plus (SCP) was conceptualized to specialize on the sales and service of specialized lifts, mobility aids, bed and bath safety products, medical alert systems...
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...Arthur H. Woodard, Jr., MSW Soulhelp@me.com Jim Wuelfing, NRPP Jim.Wuelfing@gmail.com Name? From where? Doing what? Why here? Respect Be open Self-responsibility Participate at your own comfort level Take risks Confidentiality Practice good listening “Ouch” rule “Stretch” rule In small groups, please discuss the following: ◦ What personal lessons did you take from yesterday’s training? ◦ What connection might they have to your becoming culturally competent with any special population? ALLIES CO-CREATING A CULTURE of RELATIONSHIP BUILDING VS. RELATIONSHIP DESTROYING Multi-Layered Ethnic Culture Living Culture in an Organization Living Culture in a System Community Historical Culture COMPETENT CULTURE BROKERING Each layer of culture impacts the capacity of an individual, family, community and organization to change and heal. Developing a prACTice of paying attention to culture is a core competency of helping a change process. It is helpful to explore our own awareness of culture. 1. What cultures do I belong to? 2. What are the characteristics of these cultures? 3. How do my cultures impact my way being in the world? As we seek and value relationships and ACTivities that give our lives purpose and meaning, we become more interested in connections with people, places and things whose values and principles are in sync with our own. We seek values and a principle-based...
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...Porter's 5 Forces Threat of New Entrants: Low Like any automobiles, Harley-Davidson's industry requires large manufacturing facilities and equipments to enter. New Entrants would have to have a large amount of capital is start in this industry. Already established firms such as Harley-Davidson, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha, and Ducati have the advantage of brand recognition from all over the world. These companies also established customer loyalty, especially Harley-Davidson. This means that any new entrants trying to enter the industry have to spend tons of money in advertising and promotion to receive the same amount of brand recognition and customer loyalty that these powerhouse companies in this industry already have gained. With the lack of brand recognition and customer loyalty, retailers would be afraid to carry such product because of the risk it carries if it doesn't give you profit. Threat of Substitutes: Low Motorcycles are seen as leisure products and don't take much out of one's income. Some substitute items for a motorcycle is a motor scooter and dirt bikes. Customers will switch to the substitutes if price increases and purchasing a cheaper substitute will be the bette... Threat of New Entry: Low Requiring high capital investment to enter the business because of the scale economies in production, research, marketing and service of this industry is high. Brand Identification of Harley...
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...Lodge’s declines are driven by economic downturns, aging membership, and increased competition. This document explores the hardships facing the club as well as some alternative action steps the lodge can take to meet those adversities head on. Marketing Plan The Hershey Italian Lodge Stamey 1 Company Overview The Hershey Italian Lodge (HIL) is in its 94th year of operation. Located in the heart of Hershey, PA, HIL was established by a small group of Italian men in 1920. The name Nuova Societa Italiana Indipendente Di Mutuo Soccorso Per Uomini was, and still is, the true name of the lodge. It means, Men’s New Independent Italian Mutual Benefit Society. HIL is a private men’s social club that includes a bar &restaurant serving a traditional style Italian menu, a banquet, and other activities and amenities. As a staple of the Hershey community for many years, the HIL is well known and respected throughout the area. The primary goal of the lodge is to preserve their heritage and build a strong, close community. The mission statement is, “…to provide a comfortable, friendly, affordable, family atmosphere for our members and guests.” The saying “Ieri, Oggi, Domain, Sempre Fratelli” is the motto of the organization and is printed at the bottom of each quarterly newsletter. Translated, this means, “Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, Always Brothers”. There are currently approximately 3,000 total members; although a large population of the membership has relocated to areas outside...
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...INTRODUCTION Recognized as the most diverse health care company in the United States; leader in providing innovative health benefits and services worldwide to help people live healthier lives. UnitedHealth Group (UNH) serves the markets two ways: for health benefits through UnitedHealthcare, which was created in 1977 and is the largest health care provider in the United States; and through Optum, the growing markets for health services. UNH stands firmly on its’ mission to completely commit to the evolving needs of health care by continuously enhancing the health system through their cutting edge approaches, products and services. With their core capabilities in clinical care resources, information and technology UNH builds a stronger, higher quality health system that is sustainable for the long term. (UnitedHealth Group) STREGNTHS UnitedHealth Group named ‘World’s Most Admired Company in the Insurance and Managed Care’ sector, was ranked No. 22 in 2012 (ranked No. 17 in 2013) by Fortune’s 2012 “World’s Most Admired Companies” list. With their highly adaptable business model and rated No. 1 in innovation, they are operating in all 50 states and 20 countries worldwide and servicing more than 85 million individuals overall (Fortune 500, 2013). UNH delivers a unique influence in creating a modern health care system, by providing clinical insight to optimize care resource, advanced data and information, and enabling technology. Having UNH offering a more affordable, simpler...
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...mean a downturn in life. As society’s standard of living improves, so does our daily diet. Have you ever caught yourself calculating calories whenever you go through a menu? It is difficult to maintain a healthy diet when we have so many temptations. Mark Twain says it best: “The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd rather not.” Health care is normally defined as the management or treatment of any health problem through the services that might be offered by medical, nursing, dental or any other related service. Healthcare includes all goods and services that are produced to improve health. A system of health care is one that is organized to give health services to a population or a group of people. Health care can be for an individual or for a large group of people depending on how the systems are organized. However, there are many disparities and not able to deal with demand of health. Governments have the responsibility to create or formulate policies that will favor people in this regard. Good systems of health can be erected by the top most leadership of a state. As a nation progresses, society as a whole would improves their lifestyle and seek better heath care. This is the reason why we chose to write our final project paper on the Advantages and Disadvantages of Personal Healthcare between United States and China. Any policies made by United States (world’s largest economy) and China (world’s most populous...
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...and medical staff is will there be sufficient physicians available to care for the aging population and the 31,000 newly insured if universal healthcare becomes available (Stanley, 2009). Healthcare human resource executives are also faced with the challenge as business strategist to work out a plan with their hospital to recruit and retain talented physicians. In 2006, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) requested an increase of 30 for U.S. medical school enrollment and for growth within Graduate Medical Education (GME) positions. Even a request of such measure would not solve the problem with physician shortage. Assistance from international countries like Canada with a surplus of physician is welcomed; however as a country we cannot depend on other national to resolve United States physician shortage. It is predicted that we will have a “shortage of 85,000 to 200,000 physicians in 2020 unless action is taken soon to increase the number from 25,000 physicians who graduate from United States medical schools annually. Also “shortage of physicians in rural areas will present an even greater challenge than for metropolitan areas, as fewer and fewer physicians” entering the medical profession is choosing a rural location for their practice. (Stanley, 2009) Problem Statement Physician supply is decreasing at a time when the demand for quality healthcare along with the number of aging patients is increasing. Hospitals and health care organizations are experiencing...
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...I strongly believes that there needs to be more done in the state of North Carolina for the homeless. Teresa M. Holmes HS5401 March 14, 2014 Dr. Edward Muldrow Abstract The homeless population is aging faster that the general population in the U.S. As this vulnerable population continues to age, and having to address the health and housing needs is becoming increasing important. This will address overlooked concerns of homeless older adults, including their poor health status and unique care needs, the factors contribute to homelessness in this population, and the costs of homelessness among older adults, including to the U.S. health care system. The majority of homeless populations are people of color. There has been little study of racial differences among the homeless population, and racial finding have not been reported separately for homeless man and women. There is a study which the (MCKV) The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvement Act of 2001 which provides funds to local educational agencies (LEAs), is almost a decade old, yet no evaluations of its academic effectiveness have been reported. Social networks analysis has utilized mathematical models and graphical constructs to examine information exchange and diffusion. Poverty has existed in some form in American society and individual shortcomings and inadequacies in explaining the raise of the homeless over the past several decades. Poverty has existed in the some form in America society since...
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...be. The insurance is paid through taxation. In the US, the insurance is mostly private, which means that a person will have to pay for insurance premiums out of their pocket. The quality of the insurance will depend on the type of plan that a person is paying for and there could be high out of pocket expenses. In the US healthcare isn’t guaranteed by the government like in other industrialized nations. In the US the government doesn’t control most insurance systems or how they operate. People in the US who do have healthcare coverage are covered either by private insurance or a public health care system. A lot of unemployed individuals don’t have any coverage at all. Medicare, Medicaid, Children’s Health Insurance Program and the Veteran Affairs program are considered public health care systems. For some of these government programs, individuals may still be responsible for a premium depending on income. The US system also offers the Affordable Care Act. This act offers insurance to those who have been unable to obtain coverage due to not qualifying for other public insurance and not being able to obtain private insurance for various reasons. The Affordable Care act also allows for children to be covered under their parents plan until they are 26 years old. Medicare is the program in the US that...
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