Authors: Rachel Dannefer, Lois Seidl, Elizabeth Drackett, Adam Wohlman, Safiya Campbell, Diana Herrera, Carrie Sealy, Veronica Perez, Andrea Mata, Juan Pinzon, Nadia Islam, Lorna E Thorpe, La'Shawn Brown-Dudley, Noel Manyindo
The Harlem Health Advocacy Partners (HHAP) was launched in January 2015 by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to improve the health of public housing residents in East and Central Harlem and reduce racial health disparities. The program utilizes community health workers (CHWs) who provide health education, support, and advocacy. Various evaluation methods, including surveys, interviews, and follow-up assessments, have shown significant improvements in health outcomes like A1C and blood pressure control among participants. The program enjoys high participant satisfaction and has also highlighted financial barriers to healthcare even among insured residents. However, challenges remain, such as addressing larger housing issues and securing long-term funding. The success of HHAP demonstrates the potential of using CHWs in public housing to improve health outcomes and suggests that similar models could be replicated in other areas to enhance public health. Future studies should continue to explore and evaluate the impact of such initiatives.
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Resource Topic: CHW programs
Resource Type: Mixed Methods
Year: 2024
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Country: United States of America
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