Focus Group Observation

The two primary data sources that would be valuable with my program project are focus groups and observations among African Americans who live in improvised areas. My first step would be to employ the health department in Escambia County located in Pensacola Florida. I would present to the medical director and stakeholders a presentation of what I would like to accomplish and the grant that I would apply to, so that we can help the population to combat diabetes. In the meeting, I would ask for an opportunity to meet with patients who have been diagnosed with diabetes and prediabetes, as a focus group. I will also request the permission to observe the patients that participate with the focus group their daily activities in a home setting. Upon completion of the presentation with the medical director and

Once the meeting is in session, I will explain to the group as a whole what is being accomplished and request for the signatures and approval of patient to continue with session. If any of the participants deny participating he/she will be allowed to leave the session with no intimidation or persuasion to stay.
During the session of the focus group, will talk about the care they are receiving that is related to their diagnosis, if they feel that needs are being met with patient information about how to properly manage their diagnosis, as well as giving them support and encouragement so that they are empowered to make better decisions.
Once I have a clear and precise view on how the group’s medical care is going, I will then set individual appointments with every participant to meet them in in their home, so that I can observe meal plans and daily activities. By doing this, it will allow me the ability to suggest healthy meal plans and types of exercises that will be beneficial to the