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Foundations for Community Health Workers: Empowering Agents in Public Health

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In the face of persistent health disparities and the growing complexity of public health challenges, community health workers (CHWs) have emerged as essential members of the health care team. CHWs are frontline workers who bridge the gap between communities and the health care system, providing culturally competent and linguistically appropriate services that address the unique needs of the populations they serve.

Foundations for Community Health Workers (Jossey-Bass Public Health)

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Foundations for Community Health Workers is a comprehensive guide to developing and implementing effective CHW programs. This book provides a detailed overview of the CHW profession, including the core competencies, roles, and responsibilities of CHWs. It also explores the evidence base for CHW interventions and provides practical guidance on program design, implementation, and evaluation.

The book is written by a team of experts in the field of CHW, including researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. It draws on the latest research and best practices to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for anyone interested in CHW programs.

Key Features of Foundations for Community Health Workers

Provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession, including the core competencies, roles, and responsibilities of CHWs.
Explores the evidence base for CHW interventions and provides practical guidance on program design, implementation, and evaluation.
Includes case studies and examples of successful CHW programs from around the world.
Written by a team of experts in the field of CHW, including researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.

What Readers Are Saying About Foundations for Community Health Workers

"Foundations for Community Health Workers is an essential guide for anyone interested in developing or implementing CHW programs. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession, the evidence base for CHW interventions, and practical guidance on program design, implementation, and evaluation.

- Dr. David R. Williams, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

"This book is a valuable resource for anyone working in the field of public health. It provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession and the evidence base for CHW interventions. The case studies and examples of successful CHW programs are particularly helpful.

- Dr. Mary E. Northridge, University of California, Berkeley

Foundations for Community Health Workers is an essential resource for anyone interested in developing or implementing CHW programs. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession, the evidence base for CHW interventions, and practical guidance on program design, implementation, and evaluation.

To learn more about Foundations for Community Health Workers, please visit the Jossey Bass website.

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Foundations for Community Health Workers (Jossey-Bass Public Health)

4.7 out of 5