This study examined Medicaid coverage for community health worker (CHW) services in 50 states. Key findings show that 24 states currently reimburse for CHW services, with 3 more, in the process of implementation. Coverage varies by state, including services covered, target populations, and payment methods. Most states offer CHW services to all Medicaid members, covering care … [Read more...] about 50-state scan of Medicaid payment for community health workers
“Too Many Jobs and Not Enough Hands”: Immigrant and Refugee Community Health Workers at the Frontlines of the COVID-19 Pandemic
This study investigated the challenges faced by refugee and immigrant community health workers (riCHWs), who play a crucial role in supporting community health. The findings revealed that riCHWs are at risk of burnout due to limited recognition and heavy workloads. The study used a narrative approach to explore the stressors, coping mechanisms, and resources of riCHWs, along … [Read more...] about “Too Many Jobs and Not Enough Hands”: Immigrant and Refugee Community Health Workers at the Frontlines of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Training-of-trainers program for community health workers involved in an innovative and community-based intervention against malaria among goldminers in the Guiana shield a quality and effectiveness evaluation
In the Guiana Shield, where malaria persists among hard-to-reach populations involved in gold mining, a community-based intervention relies on trained community health workers (CHWs). This study evaluated the quality and effectiveness of the training program for CHWs using a mixed-method case study. The training-of-trainers model, based on the CDC framework, showed high … [Read more...] about Training-of-trainers program for community health workers involved in an innovative and community-based intervention against malaria among goldminers in the Guiana shield a quality and effectiveness evaluation
Development and effect of a coordinated Community Health Worker (CHW) Intervention (C-CHW-I) model for the stroke survivors in Kerala, South India
A community health worker (CHW) intervention model was developed and tested to enhance medication adherence and risk factor monitoring for stroke survivors in community settings. The model included CHW home visits, telephone calls, and health education over 6 months, with some groups receiving additional SMS alerts. The results showed improvement in medication adherence and … [Read more...] about Development and effect of a coordinated Community Health Worker (CHW) Intervention (C-CHW-I) model for the stroke survivors in Kerala, South India
Partnering With Community Health Workers to Address COVID-19 Health Inequities: Experiences of the California Alliance Against COVID-19
Promotoras and Community health workers (P/CHWs), whether formally certified or not, leverage shared life experiences to serve as trusted leaders in their communities. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, P/CHWs played a pivotal role in designing and implementing culturally relevant outreach, addressing structural barriers, and promoting testing and vaccination in California. … [Read more...] about Partnering With Community Health Workers to Address COVID-19 Health Inequities: Experiences of the California Alliance Against COVID-19