The document explores various strategies for states to sustainably finance Community Health Worker (CHW) positions. It outlines key options for funding CHWs, including definitions, important considerations, and the advantages and limitations of each option. Real-life examples and resources are also provided, along with a summary table of the key options in the appendix. While … [Read more...] about Sustainable financing of Community Health Worker employment: Key options for states to consider
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CHW Training: Substance use disorder – Spanish
Substance Use Disorder, An Epidemic Within a Pandemic" is a training program for Community Health Workers (CHWs) focused on the rise in substance use during infectious disease outbreaks. Participants will learn about substance use disorder, its effects, warning signs, treatment options, and how CHWs can help at-risk individuals. This course is approved for one continuing … [Read more...] about CHW Training: Substance use disorder – Spanish
High-Impact Community Investments by Health Plans
Health plans are increasingly investing in programs that address the social factors affecting their members' health, especially through the use of community health workers (CHWs). This report by the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) and CVS Health® highlights the positive impact of these investments on clinical outcomes. It shows that CHWs are … [Read more...] about High-Impact Community Investments by Health Plans
Perinatal CHW Toolkit
The Perinatal CHW Toolkit is designed to help community health workers (CHWs) improve perinatal health in their communities. CHWs are trusted members of the community who connect individuals with health and social services, facilitating access to care and enhancing the quality of service delivery. They also empower families by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency … [Read more...] about Perinatal CHW Toolkit
Evaluating a Community Health Worker Program
Evaluating a Community Health Worker (CHW) program is essential from the planning phase, focusing on two key questions: 1) Was the program implemented as intended? and 2) What impact did the program have? Evaluation is a systematic way to assess a program's activities and outcomes, helping to improve effectiveness and inform decisions. It's important to tailor the evaluation to … [Read more...] about Evaluating a Community Health Worker Program