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Making Community Health Workers a Vital Part of Care Teams


 

Summary of the project

 

Around the globe, community health workers (CHWs) are a force for improving population health. They are trusted community members who can bridge the divide between medical and social services for groups ranging from expectant mothers to older adults who want to remain living safely in their homes and communities. The U.S., by contrast, has been slow to embrace CHWs as an important part of the care team. JHF is looking to change that by advancing CHW policy, training, and career paths in Pennsylvania.

Examples:

 

Advancing CHW Training, Policy, Certification

 

Community Health Worker Champions Gain Skills, Confidence to Help Seniors Live Safely at Home

 

Long-Term Care and Community Health Worker Training Center Strengthens Frontline Skills

 

WHAMglobal Committed to Improving Maternal Health, Empowering CHWs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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