This study explored what helps or prevents community health workers from being successfully integrated into clinical care teams. Surveys and group discussions with community health workers in Arkansas showed that many felt supported, but several factors affected how well integration worked. These included having clear roles, understanding community needs, good communication … [Read more...] about Integrating Community Health Workers Into Clinical Settings
Reciprocal innovation to improve access to primary healthcare in Belgium: adaptation and development of a community health worker intervention
This study describes how a community health worker program called COMPASS was developed to improve access to primary health care in Belgium. The program was inspired by successful community health worker models from Brazil and South Africa and adapted to fit the Belgian health system. Researchers worked with local stakeholders, studied barriers to care, and tested the approach … [Read more...] about Reciprocal innovation to improve access to primary healthcare in Belgium: adaptation and development of a community health worker intervention
Community health workers fostering trust and engagement in a community-based intervention for depressive older adults in Peru: a qualitative study
This study examined how community health workers helped deliver a home-based mental health program for older adults with depression. Through regular visits, they built trust with participants by listening, showing empathy, and responding to immediate needs. They also adapted activities to keep participants engaged and relied on peer support among themselves to build confidence … [Read more...] about Community health workers fostering trust and engagement in a community-based intervention for depressive older adults in Peru: a qualitative study
Food Rx + CHW: a community health worker-led medically tailored grocery intervention to address food insecurity and type 2 diabetes, a pilot randomized trial
This pilot study looked at whether food support combined with help from a community health worker could improve diabetes control among people experiencing food insecurity. Participants received weekly deliveries of healthy food, and some also received guidance from a community health worker on nutrition, cooking, and accessing local resources. Those who received both food and … [Read more...] about Food Rx + CHW: a community health worker-led medically tailored grocery intervention to address food insecurity and type 2 diabetes, a pilot randomized trial
Implementing integrated care for older adults in primary health care: A systematic scoping review
This review examined how integrated care for older adults is being implemented in primary health care around the world. Across 181 studies from 26 countries, most programs used team-based care, coordinated services, and personalized care plans, often combined with health education, physical activity, and psychosocial support. Most studies reported improvements in patient … [Read more...] about Implementing integrated care for older adults in primary health care: A systematic scoping review