Authors: Hemen Muleta, Samantha Levano, Jessica Haughton, Renee Whiskey-LaLanne, Miya Lemberg, Tara Buckenmyer, Patricia A Hametz, Michael L Rinke, Shivani Agarwal, Kevin P Fiori
This study in a Bronx hospital looked at how community health workers (CHWs) help families of hospitalized children with social needs like housing or food. Of the families screened, about one in three had unmet needs, and most who worked with CHWs were successfully connected to support services. Nearly all families reported their situations improved. The program proved effective and affordable, showing how CHWs can play a key role in addressing social challenges that affect child health.
Link: Addressing Health-Related Social Needs in Hospitalized Children: An Implementation Assessment
Resource Topic: Child health
Resource Type: Evaluation
Year: 2025
Region: North America (U.S. and Canada)
Country: United States of America
Publisher May Restrict Access: Yes