This study explored what Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Virginia know and how prepared they feel to support people nearing the end of life. The findings showed that workers generally understood palliative and hospice care and had positive attitudes towards it, but many lacked confidence in carrying out specific tasks. Cultural beliefs, language barriers, emotional demands, … [Read more...] about Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding End-of-Life Care: A Preliminary Study of Community Health Workers in Virginia
Mixed Methods
Does near-vision correction improve digital data entry accuracy? A simulated within-subject crossover study among community health workers in Malawi
This study in Malawi examined whether reading glasses could help Community Health Workers (CHWs) enter health information more accurately using mobile phones. Among 105 CHWs with age-related difficulty seeing nearby objects, those who wore reading glasses were almost twice as likely to enter data correctly as when they worked without glasses. Although the glasses did not … [Read more...] about Does near-vision correction improve digital data entry accuracy? A simulated within-subject crossover study among community health workers in Malawi
Implementing a research best practices training for community health workers & promotoras at multiple sites A mixed methods evaluation
This study examined whether a peer-led training programme could help Community Health Workers (CHWs) and promotoras build skills in conducting research with communities. The programme was introduced at four additional sites, where 42 CHWs and promotoras received training. Staff from the participating organisations found the training useful, suitable, and practical to deliver. … [Read more...] about Implementing a research best practices training for community health workers & promotoras at multiple sites A mixed methods evaluation
Community Health Workers’ Roles and Challenges in Wisconsin: A Mixed-Methods Study
This study explored the experiences of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Wisconsin, USA, including their roles, how they work with healthcare systems, and the challenges they face. The 40 CHWs surveyed and interviewed provided health education, referrals, advocacy, and support to help people access health and social services. Although most felt their work had a strong impact … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers’ Roles and Challenges in Wisconsin: A Mixed-Methods Study
Retention and attrition of community health volunteers in rural Malawi; a mixed-methods study
This study in Malawi looked at what helps community health volunteers stay in their roles and what causes them to leave. Among nearly 2,900 volunteers, only about 10% had left the program over four years. Volunteers were more likely to stay when they received financial or other incentives, had opportunities to learn from other volunteers, worked in smaller areas, and could take … [Read more...] about Retention and attrition of community health volunteers in rural Malawi; a mixed-methods study