What We Do
Impact Health is a local program that is part of a national movement to establish care coordination networks for underserved communities. Within the Impact Health framework, our goal is to foster a sustainable network of Community Health Workers and trained frontline public health professionals who possess a deep understanding of and strong ties to the local community. This program collaborates with agencies that engage Community Health Workers to pinpoint vulnerable individuals and facilitate their access to medical, behavioral, and social services aimed at eliminating obstacles to health and wellness. The program's initial phase is dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities among individuals most susceptible to mental, neurological, and behavioral health challenges.
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EVIDENCE-BASED PATHWAYS
The PCHI Model provides training and tools for Community Health Workers to identify risk factors and work toward eliminating those risks one by one. Impact Health provides the infrastructure to track risk factors from identification through resolution and link payments directly to outcomes.
Community Investment
Investing in Impact Health can have a profound effect on both individuals' well-being and the community as a whole. By actively engaging Community Health Workers to work holistically with individuals to design customized pathways, it ensures that the services delivered are personalized to meet the specific needs and preferences of the community members. Community health workers play a crucial role in bridging the gap between healthcare providers and the individuals they serve, particularly in areas with limited access to healthcare. Support is intended to increase the number of trained and certified Community Health Workers in our community to leverage their skills and knowledge to better serve their communities. This will result in enhanced healthcare service access, improved health outcomes, and greater health equity.
Impact Health has the potential to cultivate a sense of empowerment and ownership among residents. When individuals have a stake in shaping healthcare services, it can foster trust in the system. This collaborative approach can also address healthcare access and outcome disparities by identifying gaps and ensuring that services are tailored to marginalized voices.
Partners who invest can back initiatives aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and outcomes for underserved populations. Impact Health in Hamilton County will not only enhance the well-being of the most vulnerable residents but also reinforce the community's social bonds. By emphasizing inclusivity, cooperation, and community involvement, these networks can establish a more resilient and interconnected health and social care system.
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