Authors: Elayne Zhou, Daniela Arcos, Lyric N. Russo, Violet A. Flores, Jacob Aguilera, Marco Maldonado, Stanley J. Huey, Jessica L. Borelli
This study explored how Community Health Workers (CHWs) in California find strength and motivation in their work supporting Latino communities. Thirty CHWs were asked to reflect on their experiences helping others. They described rewarding moments, personal strengths that helped them cope with difficulties, challenges in their work, and the importance of support from others. The findings suggest that reflecting on positive experiences and having strong support networks may help CHWs manage the demands of their work and protect their mental well-being. These insights could guide future efforts to support the well-being of CHWs and the communities they serve.
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Resource Topic: CHW Role, CHW programs
Resource Type: Qualitative
Year: 2026
Region: North America (U.S. and Canada)
Country: United States of America
Publisher May Restrict Access: No