This study tested a program where Community Health Workers (CHWs) helped low-income and minority employees at a university connect to support services like food, housing, and financial help. Only 10% of employees used the service, but most said it met their needs and they would recommend it. A third also made healthy lifestyle changes. The results suggest CHWs can help … [Read more...] about Employment–based community health workers: A model for meeting health–related social needs in the workplace
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Feasibility of Deploying Community Health Workers to assist with Health-Related Social Needs and Hypertension in Community Care Clinics
This small study tested using community health workers (CHWs) to help patients with high blood pressure and other needs. Thirty-five patients were referred to a CHW, and most were Black with an average age of 54. After six months, both blood pressure and social needs improved. Patients generally liked working with CHWs but sometimes found it hard to build a connection or … [Read more...] about Feasibility of Deploying Community Health Workers to assist with Health-Related Social Needs and Hypertension in Community Care Clinics
Fidelity to an Early Childhood Home Visitation Program Model’s Prenatal Physical Activity Curriculum Modules: A Convergent Parallel Mixed-Methods Investigation
This study looked at how well community health workers followed a program to teach pregnant women about staying active. Interviews and client records showed that while many workers said they covered the topic often during home visits, the records showed that only about 19% of clients actually got the information more than once. The findings can help improve how the program is … [Read more...] about Fidelity to an Early Childhood Home Visitation Program Model’s Prenatal Physical Activity Curriculum Modules: A Convergent Parallel Mixed-Methods Investigation
A Remote Intervention Based on mHealth and Community Health Workers for Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence in People With HIV: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
This pilot study tested a new program that uses both community health worker (CHW) support and mobile tools to help people with HIV stick to their medication. The program included an app, a smart pill bottle, and regular CHW check-ins, all done remotely. It was found to be easy to use and helpful, with some signs that it may improve medication use and help more people reach an … [Read more...] about A Remote Intervention Based on mHealth and Community Health Workers for Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence in People With HIV: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Coaching Community Volunteers to Support Children With Disabilities: A Brief Report
This study explored whether coaching adult volunteers to support children with disabilities (CWD) in a church setting could increase their inclusion. The intervention showed positive results, with improvements in participation and satisfaction for CWD, as well as better social connections. The study suggests that coaching community members to support CWD is a feasible way to … [Read more...] about Coaching Community Volunteers to Support Children With Disabilities: A Brief Report