The Community Health Workers (CHWS) National Library has been compiled by our team from nationwide sources.
Authors Rush, C.H.
Date 2012
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Financing, Research and Evaluation Methods, US- based
An article from the Journal of Ambulatory Care Management. Discusses some of the unique concerns in considering return on investment from employing CHW and explores how close we are to an acceptance of CHW in the U.S. health care system.
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Authors Keller, T., Borges, W.J., Hoke, M.M., Radasa, T.
Date 2011
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Health Equity, Research and Evaluation Methods, Scope of Practice, Selected Health Conditions, US- based
An article from the Journal of Community Health Nursing. Provides an organizational assessment and analysis of the role of promotores (lay health workers) could offer to a system of federally-sponsored community health clinics along the U.S./Mexico border in which the Chronic Care Model (which delivers improved care for the chronically ill) is being used. Goal of a collaboration between promotores and the CCM would be to address cultural barriers to chronic illness care encountered by minority populations.
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Authors Hofer, R., Mase, R., Spencer, M.
Date 2016
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Health Equity, Research and Evaluation Methods, Selected Health Conditions, US- based
An article from Health Education and Behavior. Presents methods and findings from a trial comparing two models of CHW-led diabetes medication decision support for low-income Latino and African American adults with diabetes.
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Authors U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, HIV/AIDS Bureau
Date 2010
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Health Equity, HIV/AIDS, Scope of Practice, US- based
A report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, HIV/AIDS Bureau, Special Projects of National Significance (SPNS) Program. SPNS grantees are awarded funds to design, implement, and evaluate innovative strategies that encourage hard-to-reach populations living with HIV/AIDS to access and remain engaged in primary health care and support services. This report explores SPNS grantee experiences with peer models, in order to identify how peer models can best be employed. Topics include: barriers to care for HIV-positive medically underserved community, and the role and effectiveness of peers in improving health outcomes.
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Authors Swinder, S.M
Date 2002
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Global, Health Equity, Research and Evaluation Methods, Scope of Practice, US- based
An article from Public Health Nursing. Reviews the databased literature on CHW effectiveness (increasing access to care, especially in underserved populations). Finds that the CHW role can be doomed by overly high expectations, lack of a clear focus, and lack of documentation. Recommends further research into CHW activities and target populations.
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Authors Volkmann, K., Castanares, T.
Date 2011
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Research and Evaluation Methods, Scope of Practice, US- based
An article from the Journal of Ambulatory Care Management. Explores the clinical CHW model, in which CHW are integral members of primary care teams inside medical homes. Presents two case studies of clinical CHW programs.
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Authors Arvey, S.R., Fernandez, M.E.
Date 2012
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Research and Evaluation Methods, Scope of Practice, US- based
An article from the American Journal of Public Health. Discusses the challenges for conducting research to determine the effectiveness of CHW programs and for translating research into practice because of the variability of the role of the CHW. Recommends a better understanding of the core elements of effective CHW programs.
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Authors Institute for Clinical and Economic Review
Date 2013
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Financing, Research and Evaluation Methods, US- based
A draft report by the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review. Evidence review and policy analysis in support of the New England Comparative Effectiveness Public Advisory Council. Goals of the review include 1) documentation of the evolution of CHW programs in New England and nationally, 2) summary of evidence on CHW program impact on health outcomes and costs, and identification of program components that led to success, 3) examination of potential budgetary impact of implementing CHW programs, and 4) listing of best practices in CHW implementation.
Authors Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Date 2014
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Research and Evaluation Methods, Scope of Practice, US- based
An assessment report by the CDC that is intended to inform about the strengths and limitations of evidence bases for individual components of chronic disease policy interventions. This particular report examines 14 CHW policy components, some of which are elements of successful CHW programs, so as to direct policy development.
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Authors Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Date 2015
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Financing, Scope of Practice, US- based
A report published by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Highlights a number of ways healthcare providers and payer organizations can benefit from integrating CHWs into their teams to improve quality outcomes while reducing costs.
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