HACT’s Post

Community Health Workers (CHWs) play an essential role in bridging the gap between healthcare providers and the communities they serve. Through their embedded, place-based approach, CHWs understand the unique needs and challenges of their communities, providing personalized support, education, and resources. Their efforts are crucial to addressing social determinants of health – effectively promoting health equity, improving access to care, and fostering trust within the community. By empowering CHWs, we can make significant strides in tackling issues like housing, food security, and mental health, ultimately building healthier, more resilient communities. Learn more about how the ARCHI partner network is empowering CHWs throughout Atlanta at https://lnkd.in/ekTtgKN3 #CommunityHealthWorkers #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #HealthEquity

💡 Shaping the Future of Social Care Together 💡 The UK’s social care sector is at a turning point. With over 2 million older adults facing unmet care needs and a workforce vacancy rate exceeding 10%, the challenges are undeniable. But innovation holds the key to a brighter future. At Kyndi, we work alongside health and social care professionals to integrate technology that enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and—most importantly—improves outcomes for individuals and families. 📊 The Impact of Innovation in Care: Fewer hospital admissions and smoother discharges 🚑 Greater independence for individuals, easing strain on carers 💙 Efficient resource allocation, allowing professionals to focus on where they’re needed most By embracing forward-thinking solutions, we can help build a system where everyone’s needs are met with dignity, respect, and compassion. 💬 We’d love to hear your thoughts: How do you think technology will shape the future of social care? #SocialCareInnovation #AssistiveTechnology #SmartCareSolutions #IndependentLiving #UKHealthcare #KyndiCare

Read the Community Health Assessment Toolkit caregiver supplement to learn the best strategies for incorporating the voices and insights of caregivers in the CHA process: https://ow.ly/BvIK50RhyZv #CHAToolkit

Wondering how your Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) health center can address positive social need screens? Join the National Health Care for the Homeless Council and The HITEQ Center for a free webinar Oct. 22 at 2 p.m. CDT to learn how to support timely social needs referrals and care planning, and to operationalize social needs data. Presenters will provide guidance on optimizing social needs screening workflows, including those housed in Electronic Health Records (EHRs), for following up on positive screens and effectively using the collected data. A panel of expert health center representatives will share examples of how these workflows can be applied. While this webinar will focus on HCH health centers, anyone involved directly in social needs screening processes are welcome. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gaTgrZMP #SDOH #HCH #HealthCareForTheHomeless #FQHCs

Grassroots Health Revolution in Surrey A recent case study by the NHS Confederation, published on 8th October, unveils the inspiring "Growing Health Together" initiative that's turning heads in East Surrey. It's an approach that places the power of healthcare transformation firmly in the hands of the community. Here, five neighborhoods have banded together—GPs, schools, and residents—to tackle the root causes of health issues. The aim? To shift away from merely treating symptoms to fostering genuine wellbeing and resilience within communities. This grassroots alliance delivers real results with initiatives like senior exercise classes and improved mental health support. The outcome? Fewer GP visits and more robust health for all. As the University of Kent embarks on evaluating the long-term impact, there’s hope that what’s happening in Surrey could influence wider systemic change, setting a new benchmark for community-led health solutions. #SurreyTransformation #NHS #Healthcare #CommunityHealth #HealthAndWellbeing #PrimaryCare #HealthTransformation #NHSLeadership https://lnkd.in/ekVEi8yH

#PrimaryCare teams work hard to ensure Ontarians get the care they need closer to home. Yet teams and the rest of the community health sector are $2 billion behind in wages compared to their peers in other sectors. #ForUsForYou

One last paper to share to close out 2024! We examined the structural supports and challenges for community health workers (CHWs) from the perspective of institutional representatives and policymakers. We found that while CHWs are highly valued by leaders, they are systematically undervalued in #government and #healthcare sectors. Institutions must do more to build relational capital with CHWs and their organizations. Equitable pay and sustained, less restrictive funds are needed to support CHW models. CHWs are on the frontline of communities saving lives. We can do better to invest in #prevention in the communities where people live, work, play, and worship. #CATALYST #publichealth #health #equity National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) The National Institutes of Health UC Irvine Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health Latino Health Access OCAPICA AltaMed Health Services UCI School of Medicine Melina Michelen, Madeleine P., Sarah Cardenas, Mary Anne Foo, Patricia Cantero, Samantha Peralta, Noraima Chirinos, Rocio Salazar, Gloria Itzel Montiel, Sora Park Tanjasiri, John Billimek, Alana LeBron

Empowering Ethiopia’s community health workers is transforming lives. Thanks to training in non-communicable diseases, patients like Dembobe now access lifesaving care close to home—bridging healthcare gaps for remote communities.

Did you know that a staggering 40% of positive social care screenings go unaddressed, leaving nearly half of at-risk patients without the crucial support they need? (Source in the comments!)     It's a big challenge for care managers responsible for social, behavioral, and clinical care to navigate a fractured system not designed for their success. We believe there's a better way. That's why our care management platform is built by care managers, for care managers, to efficiently scale positive screening responses, ensure true interoperability, and support vulnerable populations on their path to self-sufficiency.    Through our work with thousands of #NewYork #HealthHome #CareManagers, we've witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of establishing rapport with clients to drive better outcomes.     Now, with the support of the 1115 Waiver, our team is even more equipped to make a difference—helping to streamline positive screenings, enable interoperability, and so much more. #HealthHomes #CBOs, #CareManagement #HealthIT, #SocialCare, #BehavioralCare, #ClinicalCare, #WholePersonCare #FootholdCareManagement, #1115MedicaidRedesignWaiver 

Community health workers (#CHWs) are vital for universal health coverage (UHC)! Undeniable evidence shows that CHWs deliver primary health care that improves access, increases equity, and saves lives.  That’s why at #UNGA79 we’re advocating for professional CHWs (#proCHWs) who are salaried, skilled, supervised, and supplied to be the norm worldwide. Join us as we work towards #healthforall. Community Health Impact Coalition