Tag: community health survey

September 19, 2024
Media Contact: Avanti Allen-Benson. 757-393-8585 ext. 8566 or 757-407-0223 (cell)

Portsmouth Health Department, Portsmouth Medical Reserve Corps to conduct Door-to-Door Community Health Survey September 24-26

PORTSMOUTH, Va. – Portsmouth residents may get a knock on the door September 24, 25, or 26 and be asked to participate in a city-wide health survey. The Portsmouth Health Department will team up with the Portsmouth Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) to conduct the fifth Community Health Survey (CHS) since 2017. The survey will gather information on the health and quality of life for Portsmouth residents. nutrition, physical activity, tobacco use, mental health literacy, teen pregnancy, infant mortality, perceptions of and access to care.

The CHS allows public health officials and other community organizations to collect valuable neighborhood level data that will help prioritize the Portsmouth Health Department’s areas of focus for future programs that would best improve the health of Portsmouth citizens.

“The Portsmouth Health Department is committed to understanding our community health needs by asking residents about their physical, mental and social wellbeing. The information we gather is both timely and accurate, allowing us to quickly respond to the changing needs of the community.” said Michelle Winz, MPH, epidemiologist of the Portsmouth Health Department.

Teams will be clearly identified by dark blue vests with “Health Department” written on the back and identification badges and will be in neighborhoods between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Identification badges will be from the following organizations: Virginia Department of Health (VDH), Portsmouth Health Department (PHD), or the Portsmouth Medical Reserve Corps (MRC). Every ID will have a picture of the employee/volunteer. The 40 neighborhoods that will be surveyed were selected randomly using a standardized method that has been used previously where surveys were conducted.

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July 12, 2022
Media Contact: Caitlin Hodge, Caitlin.Hodge@vdh.virginia.gov

Chickahominy Health District and Partner Agencies Kick-Off New Kent County Community Health Survey

NEW KENT, Va. – The Chickahominy Health District and the New Kent Community Health Assessment (CHA) Steering Committee are seeking the community’s input via survey to better understand the health-related topics most important to the people living and working in the community. The Steering Committee is a group of representatives from several local and regional organizations including New Kent Fire-Rescue, New Kent Parks and Recreation, Thrive VA, Department of Social Services, New Kent County Public Schools, and many more.

Beginning today, those who live and/or work in New Kent County are invited to visit bit.ly/NKCHASurvey to share their perspectives on key factors that impact their community’s overall health and well-being. The survey may be completed in English or Spanish.

“Hearing directly from those who live, work, play, and worship in New Kent is the best way to learn about what matters most to them when it comes to their health and wellness,” said Dr. Tom Franck, Health Director of Chickahominy Health District. “The information gathered will help shape solutions, form new partnerships, strengthen existing partnerships, and launch initiatives to address the community’s high priority needs.”

This ten minute survey will aid in determining the local issues to prioritize related to health and well-being. In addition to the survey, there will be other ways over the next several months for community members to provide input and review health related data.

“We need the community’s help in deciding which direction to go. That’s why I urge residents to assist us by taking a few minutes to complete the survey,” said Suzanne Grable, Director of Social Services in New Kent County.

The survey asks for input on various topics such as: access to care, mental health, quality of life, community belonging, and transportation. Responses are gathered anonymously. The information provided by the respondents will be compiled in a report that will be released at the end of the year.

To learn more about the CHA process, or how to get involved, visit www.vdh.virginia.gov/chickahominy/community-health-assessment/ or contact emily.hines@vdh.virginia.gov or call 804-382-6159.

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