Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City’s Post

There are SO MANY evidence-based resources, strategies, and programs out there that address the health needs prioritized in a community health needs assessment. We want to start a conversation in the Moxley Public Health community about those that have been at the forefront, those that have been prominent in your work, or even just those that you are passionate about! ✨ Let's talk! Share in the comments below your thoughts, experiences, and any evidence-based strategies or resources that you use in your community to address ANY health need 📥 #evidencebase #publichealth

One of the primary functions of a Community Health Worker is to act as a link between patients and their doctors. This is a critical aspect of their role when helping older adults deal with health issues like balance and falls as they age. Here is a handout from @NCOAging that shares easy steps to conversing about #FallsPrevention. https://lnkd.in/gkRbZhn6 #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek

Read the Community Health Assessment Toolkit older adults supplement to learn about older adults' unique health and social needs and discover how to best engage this population in the CHA process: https://ow.ly/PNMH50Rj29r #CHAToolkit

This #UHCDay, we know #HealthForAll is possible when we invest in paid, professionalized community health workers and the systems that support them. More from our 2023 Impact Narrative on how #proCHWs drive progress toward universal health coverage, mile by mile: bit.ly/2023ImpactNarrative

The Community Health Needs Assessment is a quick survey used to help improve the health of our community. If you live in Shawnee County, take the below survey to make your voice heard. https://ow.ly/aulZ50QTrRL

At some point in our lives, we will all need access to health and social care services. That's why health and social care integration is vital. Watch the full video to find out how health and social care integration is putting people at the centre of their decisions: https://lnkd.in/eY6ehGri

Have you met our Change Agents (CAs)? 👏 CAs are trained to help their neighbors find access to the health resources they need. When people are connected to their community and its resources, they are better able to thrive. Community Health Workers are trained to help their neighbors find access to the health resources they need. To connect with a Change Agent, email alicia@bastropcares.org 💌 #BastropCountyCares #BastropCounty #ChangeAgents #CommunityHealthWorkers

Public health social workers go beyond individual patients, tackling social factors that impact entire communities. Learn more about this interesting area of social service. https://lnkd.in/eKVThZG9 #publichealth #socialwork #communityservice

Real talks are based on asking open-ended questions, having empathy, and helping to problem-solve. They are the foundation of individual and community health and well-being. RealTalksWI.org gives you the information and tools you need to start talking. #RealTalksWI 

Have you met our Change Agents (CAs)? 👏 CAs are trained to help their neighbors find access to the health resources they need. When people are connected to their community and its resources, they are better able to thrive. Community Health Workers are trained to help their neighbors find access to the health resources they need. To connect with a Change Agent, email alicia@bastropcares.org 💌 #BastropCountyCares #BastropCounty #ChangeAgents #CommunityHealthWorkers