ETA ETA CHAPTER, INCORPORATED OF CHI ETA PHI SORORITY, INCORPORATED

Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents. It occurs when a child is well above the normal weight for his or her age and height. Childhood obesity is particularly troubling because the extra pounds often start children on the path to health problems that were once confined to adults, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Childhood obesity can also lead to poor self-esteem and depression.

Leadership development programs are designed to assist the membership in the development of effective leadership skills. These programs include member development, officer development, the Leadership Fellows Program and the professional development program.

Within the framework of disease prevention and health promotion are health screenings and health education. Health screenings are methods developed to identify potential and actual health problems in targeted populations. An appropriate list of healthcare referrals for use in follow-up of identified problems is provided during screenings. Health education is conducted in the community for professionals and lay individuals to address potential and actual health problems.

Programs for seniors provide various services such as travel assistance, health education, assistance with navigating the health care system, a system for checking on the well being of the elderly who live alone, as well as other programs as assessed by chapter members, that fit the mission of “service for humanity”.

These programs may be varied and include a variety of experiences that are offered for youth and young adults. Programs may include health education sessions, peer forums, mentoring, and health care experiences.

The research development program is design to provide assistance to novice and seasoned researchers with scholarly activity that addresses research investigating health promotion, disease preventions, and health maintenance projects in vulnerable and underserved populations. Activity within the research development program provides mentoring for novice researchers to write grants that will assist in data acquisition related to Chi Eta Phi’s “service for humanity”.

Programs are provided to promote interest in nursing careers. Financial, tutorial assistance and mentoring are provided to matriculating undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in accredited nursing programs.

Screening and education programs may be offered solely by Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated, or offered in collaboration with professional organizations, community organizations, regional associations, and national partnerships. Emphasis is placed on high risk groups, vulnerable and under-served populations. 1. Hypertension Education and Screening 2. Cancer Education and Screening 3. Sickle Cell Disease

The Sorority provides financial assistance to nursing students who meet established criteria as identified by the National Office. Awards are also made on local and regional levels.