How the Plan Was Developed
The Community Health Implementation Plan (CHIP) was developed after the comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) was completed. Please refer to the complete CHNAfor the full report. Strategies and action plans were developed based on a consensus among a steering committee members taking into account input from various disciplines.
The organization intends to focus on the priority areas below and undertake strategies to meet the identified community health needs. Most of the strategies and initiatives will be coordinated and advanced through teams comprised of representatives from KDOH and other community organizations. This CHIP will be reviewed annually during the three-year lifespan of the 2025 CHNA to determine if changes should be made to better address the dynamic healthcare needs of the community.
Chronic Conditions/Preventive Care
- Provide education on chronic diseases and preventive care
- Increase community education on physical activity, healthy eating, lifestyles and wellness
- Monetary sponsorships to community-based organizations
Access to Care
- Educate the community on opportunities to increase access to care
- Monetary sponsorships to community-based organizations
Mental Health
- Provide community education on suicide prevention and mental health awareness
- Monetary sponsorships to community-based organizations