I am interested in how people accomplish changes in their immediate social contexts. I also originated the Community Action Research Experiences (CARE) program.

Heather M. Ross is a Clinical Associate Professor affiliated with the School for the Future of Innovation in Society, Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, and Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory.

Mind Changer │ Compassion Driver │ Program Designer

Verdecias’ research aims to develop tailored evidence-based interventions to reduce the severity of social needs to improve diabetes self-management and reduce comorbidity risk among marginalized populations.