From a Community Health Expert: Understanding Men’s Mental Health
Omar Jones is a force to be reckoned with in the community health profession. With nearly a decade of experience
An Expert Weighs In: How CHWs Can Protect Their Mental Health
Mental health is crucial in every aspect of daily life. Experts explain that poor mental health can lead to unemployment,
Social Determinants of Health 101: Understanding the Basics
Nora is an active, healthy 27-year-old single mother. She became pregnant while in nursing school and stopped attending to care
How Expert CHWs Address Root Causes of Health Outcomes
No action, behavior, or outcome exists in a vacuum. There are always other factors that lead to health behaviors or
4 Powerful Ways CHWs Advocate for Health Equity
Living well is many people’s goal. Health is wealth, meaning a healthy person can do more for work, entertainment, and
Leadership Paths: How to Make a Successful CHW Career
Community health work is a critical, rewarding field. It is also incredibly diverse, attracting workers from all walks of life.
How Trusted CHWs Can Address Food Security
Food is essential to fulfilling biological and psychological needs and providing the energy and nutrients people need to live and
The Professional Connection Between Community Health and Social Work
Community health workers (CHWs) are increasingly essential amidst the pandemic, economic struggles, housing market challenges, and more. The Minnesota Community
Staying motivated in your career
Motivation can be hard to maintain, especially for CHWs. These strategies can help. Motivation keeps us moving. But motivation can
4 Reasons to Add CHWs to Your Pharmacy Team
Most healthcare consumers – 66% of US adults – use prescription drugs. As a result, researchers estimate that Medicare users
CHW Story: Alisa Howard
As a CHW Instructor and Workforce Developer, Alisa Howard is also a CHW at heart. After six years in the
CHW Story: Champ Napier
“After losing five people due to COVID, I wanted to encourage others and be a change agent”. Chris “Champ” Napier