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
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Barriers to and facilitators of the implementation of Community Health Worker programmes in high-income countries: a systematic review
This review looked at what helps or prevents community health worker programs from being successfully introduced and integrated into primary healthcare in high-income countries. Looking at 72 studies, mostly from the United States, it found that strong support from health leaders, community partnerships, and dedicated program champions helped CHWs succeed. However, short-term … [Read more...] about Barriers to and facilitators of the implementation of Community Health Worker programmes in high-income countries: a systematic review
Mapping multilevel barriers impacting the performance of Ethiopia’s Community-Based Health Extension Program: A scoping review
This review looked at the main challenges affecting Ethiopia’s Health Extension Program and its health extension workers. It found that workers face heavy workloads, limited training, poor working and living conditions, lack of resources, weak supervision, and difficulties using digital tools. The program also struggles because communities often expect more treatment services, … [Read more...] about Mapping multilevel barriers impacting the performance of Ethiopia’s Community-Based Health Extension Program: A scoping review
Importing What Works: A Territory-Based Community Health Worker Framework from Brazil’s ESF for U.S. Federally Qualified Health Centers Serving Underserved Populations
This policy analysis looks at Brazil’s community health worker model and how it could be adapted for federally qualified health centers in the United States. Brazil’s approach uses community health workers to regularly support people within specific communities, helping prevent health problems and unnecessary hospital visits. The study suggests that a similar approach could … [Read more...] about Importing What Works: A Territory-Based Community Health Worker Framework from Brazil’s ESF for U.S. Federally Qualified Health Centers Serving Underserved Populations
Co-designing education with and for community health workers: creating a bridge to care
This paper describes an initiative in Ontario, Canada, that aimed to improve education and career opportunities for Community Health Workers (CHWs). Because CHWs have strong knowledge of their communities and help people overcome barriers to healthcare, the Bridge to Care Initiative worked with CHWs and other partners to develop training that reflects their role in healthcare. … [Read more...] about Co-designing education with and for community health workers: creating a bridge to care