This case study assessed the community impact of a CHW program designed for low-income housing residents in Richmond, VA, USA. Through the analysis of electronic data and qualitative interviews, the paper mapped out the external resources that CHWs connect community members with to address unmet needs. Considering the value of these supports, the case study emphasized the need … [Read more...] about A Case Study of a Community Health Worker Program Located in Low-Income Housing in Richmond, Virginia
North America (U.S. and Canada)
Integrating community health workers into a community hearing health collaborative to understand the social determinants of health in children with hearing loss
This study presents the results of a retrospective chart review supplemented by CHW notes. Drawing on this evidence, the authors determine that CHWs are essential in connecting medical providers and patients with other crucial services and supports. Specifically, the study demonstrates that a multi-disciplinary team involving CHWs can help identify and support patients with … [Read more...] about Integrating community health workers into a community hearing health collaborative to understand the social determinants of health in children with hearing loss
Creating information resources and trainings for farmworker-serving community health workers
Migrant farm workers face significant health disparities, yet the CHWs that serve them are often faced with limited access to health research, education, and training. Through focus group discussions with CHWs, the researchers of this study compiled a resource list of educational materials for farmworker health and videos to increase CHWs’ skills in finding health information … [Read more...] about Creating information resources and trainings for farmworker-serving community health workers
Community Health Worker Impact on Knowledge, Antenatal Care, And Birth Outcomes: A Systematic Review
CHW interventions have been associated with improved birth outcomes. Through a systematic review, the authors of this study explore the relationship between birth outcomes and patient health knowledge and attitudes. The review suggests that CHW interventions have increased antenatal care utilization, enhanced knowledge of pregnancy-related danger signs, and contributed to … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker Impact on Knowledge, Antenatal Care, And Birth Outcomes: A Systematic Review
Opportunities for and Perceptions of Integrating Community Health Workers Via the Affordable Care Act: Medicaid Health Homes
Medicaid Health Homes (MHHs) are an innovative way to engage CHWs, seeking to improve patients' health by providing care coordination for chronic conditions via virtual health care networks for states with expanded Medicaid access. Through qualitative interviews, this study aimed to understand the perceptions of MHH administrators regarding CHW engagement in MHHs, along with … [Read more...] about Opportunities for and Perceptions of Integrating Community Health Workers Via the Affordable Care Act: Medicaid Health Homes