Tools and resources addressing social determinants of health, community needs assessments, outreach programs, and population health initiatives.
This webinar highlighted how Community Health Workers (CHWs) can support HIV prevention, screening, and care coordination within health centers. Presenters from NCHPH’s Department of Data Analysis and Evaluation shared evidence-based models and field-tested strategies for integrating CHWs into multidisciplinary HIV care teams.
"Food for Health" is a concept that emphasizes the role of nutrition and dietary choices in promoting health, preventing disease, and managing chronic health conditions. Speakers will address the interventions and integration of "Food for Health" programs into health centers and how it supports strategies for the management of rising-risk BMI patients.
Adolescents and young adults (i.e., youth ages 12-24 years) face a wide range of challenges that can affect health care access, current well-being, and long-term health outcomes. Acute and chronic experiences of housing instability, food insecurity, and family-related stressors can especially have major negative impacts on the physical, behavioral, and mental health of youth. Health centers are uniquely positioned to identify and address issues that adversely affect the health outcomes of adolescents and young adults. In this Tip Sheet, we present examples of strategies and models that health centers can adopt to positively influence the health and wellness of youth.
This second session of the Connected Communities Health Initiative (CCHI) “Understanding and Addressing the Childhood Chronic Disease Crisis” Webinar Series explores tools and strategies to address the root cause of rising childhood chronic diseases and how to incorporate them into commonly used platforms, as well as discuss new documentation strategies for health center teams.
Health Partners on IPV + Exploitation and NCECE developed an educational brief on assessing for intimate partner violence (IPV) and abuse in older adults. The brief summarizes IPV risk factors, health impacts and clinical responses; in addition to strategies for building community program partnerships and referrals.
This article will explore strategies to provide CHWs with health practices that connect individuals with healthcare providers and bridge the gaps to access care.
This article explores strategies to provide CHWs with practical tools and resources to promote healthy aging while strengthening their support systems.
This training will review how specific foods can support wellness and enhance overall vitality and why learning about food and its effects is so important. Speakers will cover the science behind food as a healing and well-being tool, practical tips for incorporating the concept of medicinal foods into conversation, and knowledge and tools to make informed choices for participants and recommendations for the patients they serve.
This session explored how to turn critical data into actionable strategies, examining trends in nutrition, environmental hazards, mental health, and medication management that affect young health center patients.
The MLPS Clinic provides comprehensive legal support to older adults in San Francisco who face complex, overlapping issues related to health, housing, income, and planning for future care. This spotlight shows how MLPS improves health and quality of life while also training future healthcare and legal professionals.
In this webinar hosted by NCHPH, we highlighted the crucial role health centers play in ensuring safe living conditions. We shared practical, evidence-based approaches for reducing home hazards and improving safety outcomes. Through a combination of case examples, workflow models, and data-driven strategies, the session provided attendees with valuable tools for conducting safety screenings, effectively communicating findings, and connecting patients with appropriate housing and safety resources.
This six page educational brief highlights the multiple factors that contribute to the elevated prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV), exploitation (E), and HT among youth with disabilities as well as how exposure to such violence impacts their health, and will offer recommendations for health centers ensuring that patients have access to and can receive relevant support and services.
This resource explores the vital role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) and peer navigators in improving patient outcomes and access to comprehensive care. Through case studies and examples of reimbursement models, it highlights how CHWs support patients’ needs, foster engagement, and strengthen the clinical care team. Gain practical insights to enhance patient care and contribute to a skilled, inclusive healthcare workforce.
Explore the crucial role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) and peer navigators within the clinical care team and their impact on increasing access to comprehensive care. Through case studies and reimbursement models, participants will learn how CHWs improve patient outcomes and gain practical strategies to strengthen patient care and support a skilled healthcare workforce.
MHP Salud emphasizes that Community Health Workers often face burnout and compassion fatigue due to demanding workloads and emotional strain. The article provides practical self-care strategies to help CHWs maintain their well-being and sustain their positive impact on the communities they serve. It reinforces that caring for oneself is essential to sustaining the capacity to care for others.
This training guides health center leaders in understanding the role and training pathways of Community Health Workers (CHWs) to enhance access to care and improve health.
This resource provides an overview of the Farmworker Health Network (FHN), comprised of six National Training and Technical Assistance Partners (NTTAPs) dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of agricultural workers through targeted training and technical assistance. It outlines each organization’s areas of expertise, available services, and key contact information to support health centers in strengthening the quality of care provided to these workers and their families.