This study tested a training program for Community Health Workers (CHWs) to help patients with hypertension follow their medication plans. The program included recorded lessons and live sessions with practice cases. After the training, CHWs showed a significant improvement in both knowledge (from 28% to 81%) and confidence in supporting medication adherence. The program proved … [Read more...] about Evaluating a Community Health Worker Training Program for Medication Adherence Support
North America (U.S. and Canada)
Assessing the Feasibility of a Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Intervention for Latina Immigrant Women
Latina immigrants often face mental health challenges but have limited access to care. This study tested a program where community health workers (CHWs) were trained to support Latina women through group sessions aimed at reducing depression and anxiety. Five CHWs were trained and delivered the program to 37 women in Washington. The CHWs completed the training and delivered … [Read more...] about Assessing the Feasibility of a Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Intervention for Latina Immigrant Women
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
Enhancing medication adherence in marginalized and minoritized communities: A brief training approach for pharmacy technicians and community health workers
This study evaluated a training program designed to improve medication adherence by pharmacy technicians and community health workers (CHWs). The program included online video lectures and an in-person session, focusing on skills to enhance adherence. After the training, both pharmacy technicians and CHWs showed significant improvements in their knowledge and confidence in … [Read more...] about Enhancing medication adherence in marginalized and minoritized communities: A brief training approach for pharmacy technicians and community health workers
“I Feel Like It Should Be a Big Part of Our Training”: Feasibility and Perceptions of a Motivational Interviewing Training for Community Health Workers
This study explored how feasible it is to train community health workers (CHWs) in motivational interviewing (MI). A group of 24 CHWs in Oklahoma took part in the training, which included online modules and one in-person session. The results showed that the training was well-received and feasible, with most CHWs finding it useful and increasing their use of MI. The training was … [Read more...] about “I Feel Like It Should Be a Big Part of Our Training”: Feasibility and Perceptions of a Motivational Interviewing Training for Community Health Workers