This study examines the roles and employment status of community health workers (CHWs) in Nebraska based on survey data. Results show that most CHWs work full-time, with a significant portion working part-time or volunteering. Volunteer CHWs are a majority of those working with Hispanic communities. Volunteer CHWs receive extensive training and focus more on health screenings, … [Read more...] about Differences in Role and Support Between Volunteer and Paid Community Health Workers in the State of Nebraska
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A Review of Community Health Worker Integration in Health Departments
Community health workers (CHWs) play a vital role in connecting marginalized communities with healthcare and social services. This study examines how health departments (HDs) are integrating CHWs into their workforce and state-level policies for CHW training and certification. Findings reveal that HDs partner with organizations to employ CHWs, leading to enhanced community … [Read more...] about A Review of Community Health Worker Integration in Health Departments
The experiences of community health workers when communicating with refugees about COVID-19 vaccines in Syracuse, NY: A qualitative study
This qualitative study explores Community Health Workers' (CHWs) experiences in vaccine outreach among refugee populations in Syracuse, NY, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Interviews with CHWs reveal diverse refugee beliefs initially, with low vaccine acceptance. Barriers to vaccine intake include contextual issues and misinformation, while facilitators include CHWs' … [Read more...] about The experiences of community health workers when communicating with refugees about COVID-19 vaccines in Syracuse, NY: A qualitative study
Barriers and Facilitators to Implementing an Evidence-Based Community Health Worker Model
This study explores the challenges and supports in implementing an evidence-based community health worker (CHW) model called IMPaCT. Interviews with 39 individuals involved in the program reveal barriers such as financial and policy constraints and difficulties integrating CHWs into clinical settings. However, the model's focus on relationships and evidence-based strategies … [Read more...] about Barriers and Facilitators to Implementing an Evidence-Based Community Health Worker Model
Critical lessons from a pragmatic randomized trial of home-based COVID-19 testing in rural Native American and Latino communities
This study examines the effectiveness of community health worker (CHW) support in facilitating COVID-19 home testing among Native American and Latino adults in rural areas. Results show that CHW assistance significantly improves test completion rates, especially among older adults. However, challenges such as limited technology literacy, language barriers, and transportation … [Read more...] about Critical lessons from a pragmatic randomized trial of home-based COVID-19 testing in rural Native American and Latino communities
