PROGRAM DELIVERY: WHERE THE RUBBER HITS THE ROAD
We can most effectively improve the health of children and families if we provide
services and supports at the places where children already spend much of their time.
Consequently, CHAI has designed programming to address the top six health priorities
in the following settings:
HOME: CHCO will use community health workers to team up with high risk
families to address socio-economic barriers that most frequently result in
problems in the top health priority areas. These health workers will visit families
in their homes or other community based settings and help connect them with
beneficial and necessary support services.
SCHOOL: CHCO will spearhead the creation of school resource centers that
will provide: integrated primary care services, including mental and oral health;
community support services; professional development and technical assistance
for school personnel; and will inform targeted policy initiatives.
WORK: Employers have the ability to impact the health of children in the way
they structure employee programs and benefits. CHCO will both design and
implement family friendly business practices that will serve as a model for other
employers in Colorado.
HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: CHCO will work to support other healthcare
providers in implementing tools and practices that address the top child health
priorities in the provider setting. These practices can range from the creation
and implementation of psycho-social screening tools to the provision of child
passenger safety stations. A full range of options is listed in more detail below.
COMMUNITY: Whether it be a faith based setting or a community recreation
center, there are many different community settings where CHAI programs can
be delivered in conjunction with our community partners.
Mental
Health
ObesityPhysical
ActivityNutrition
Oral
Health
Injury
Prevention
Prematurity
Respiratory
Illness
Community Health Action Plan
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