This report documents how CHWs address the problems of health disparities, poor access to care, and the rising cost of health care. Challenges that exist in expanding current CHW programs are also examined. Policy options around finance, workforce, and delivery of care are also discussed.
Link: Community Health Workers and Community Voices: Promoting Good Health
Resource Topic: CHW Role, Community Health Workers/Volunteers, Community Involvement, Human Resources Management/Workforce Development, Models, Policy, Training
Resource Type: Best practices, Research, Training materials
Year: 2003
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Country: Ethiopia, Peru, United States of America
Publisher May Restrict Access: No