Community Health Improvement Plan
At Ascendant Healthcare Partners, we are experts in developing comprehensive and actionable Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIP) that help communities address their most pressing health challenges. A CHIP is a strategic roadmap designed to guide public health agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders in implementing effective, long-term health interventions.
By leveraging the findings from a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), a CHIP identifies health priorities and outlines actionable strategies to improve the overall health and well-being of the community. Our goal is to support public health departments in creating data-driven, evidence-based plans that lead to sustainable health improvements and health equity.
What is a Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP)?
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A Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is a vital strategic document that builds upon the insights from a CHNA. It outlines specific goals, objectives, and strategies aimed at addressing the identified health needs within a community. The CHIP is an essential tool for promoting health equity, optimizing resources, and fostering collaboration between various stakeholders.
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Our CHIP services help public health departments and communities turn assessment findings into practical, impactful actions that lead to measurable improvements in health outcomes.
Our Approach to CHIP Development
At Ascendant Healthcare Partners, we take a collaborative and customized approach to CHIP development, ensuring that the plan reflects the unique needs and priorities of your community. Our comprehensive services include:
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Setting Clear Goals and Objectives We work with you to establish measurable health goals and objectives based on the findings from your CHNA. These goals are tailored to your community’s health priorities, ensuring they align with national standards such as Healthy People 2030.
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Actionable Strategies for Health Improvement Our CHIP outlines specific, evidence-based strategies to improve health outcomes. These can include policy recommendations, community education programs, resource allocation plans, and innovative health interventions. Each strategy is designed to be practical, measurable, and scalable.
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Partnership Building and Collaboration Successful health improvement relies on strong partnerships. We help identify and engage key stakeholders, such as local health departments, healthcare providers, community organizations, and residents, to foster collaboration and ensure everyone is working toward common health goals.
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Health Equity Focus Our CHIPs prioritize health equity, ensuring that interventions target underserved and vulnerable populations. By addressing social determinants of health (SDoH), we create strategies that promote equitable access to healthcare and resources.
Continuous Monitoring and Evaluation
A strong CHIP includes a robust framework for monitoring progress and evaluating the success of implemented strategies. We work with your team to:
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Develop Performance Indicators
We help set clear performance indicators and benchmarks to track the success of your health improvement initiatives. This ensures that progress is measurable and adjustments can be made as needed. -
Ongoing Evaluation
We provide ongoing technical support and data analysis to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the CHIP. This ensures that the plan remains adaptable and aligned with your community’s evolving needs. -
Data-Driven Adjustments
Continuous evaluation allows for data-driven adjustments to strategies, ensuring the CHIP remains relevant and effective over time.
Community Engagement: The Heart of CHIP Success
One of the most critical components of a successful CHIP is community engagement. We involve community members throughout the planning process to ensure that the strategies developed are relevant, culturally appropriate, and have broad community support. By involving residents in the development and implementation of the plan, we foster a sense of ownership and increase the likelihood of sustained community participation.
Our community engagement strategies include:
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Focus Groups and Surveys
We use focus groups, surveys, and other engagement methods to gather input directly from community members, particularly those from marginalized groups.
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Collaborative Workshops
Our workshops bring together stakeholders and residents to co-create solutions and ensure that health improvement strategies reflect the community's needs and values.
Why Choose Ascendant Healthcare Partners for CHIP Development?
At Ascendant Healthcare Partners, we bring years of expertise and a proven track record in developing effective Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIP). Here’s why public health departments and communities trust us:
1. Expertise in MAPP 2.0
We follow the NACCHO’s Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) 2.0 model, the gold standard for community-driven health improvement planning. This ensures that our CHIPs are comprehensive, equity-focused, and aligned with national best practices.
2. Tailored Solutions for Your Community
Every community is unique, and so is every CHIP we create. Our tailored approach ensures that your CHIP reflects the specific health challenges and opportunities within your community.
3. Health Equity Leadership
We prioritize health equity in every CHIP we develop, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive the care and support they need.
4. Ongoing Support and Technical Assistance
From initial planning to monitoring and evaluation, we provide ongoing support to ensure your CHIP leads to lasting, measurable health improvements.
CHIP and CHNA: A Unified Strategy for Health Improvement
The Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) work together to create a complete framework for improving public health. While the CHNA identifies the health status and priorities of the community, the CHIP translates those findings into actionable strategies.
At Ascendant Healthcare Partners, we provide seamless support through both the CHNA and CHIP processes, ensuring that your community’s health needs are met with comprehensive, evidence-based solutions.
