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2018-2020
The Community Health Needs Assessment provides an overview of the methods and processes used to identify and prioritize significant health needs in Washoe County . The goal of this report is to offer a meaningful understanding of the most pressing health needs across Renown Health ’ s Primary Service Area , as well as to guide planning efforts to address those needs . Special attention has been given to the needs of vulnerable populations , unmet health needs or gaps in services with input from the community .
The recently completed CHNA wrapped up in 2020 after focusing for three years on issues around mental health , substance abuse , physical activity and nutrition .
COMMUNITY PARTNERS :
• Communities in Schools of Western Nevada
• Indian Health Service
• Quest Counseling
• Note-Able Music Therapy Services
• Join Together Northern Nevada
• Northern Nevada HOPES
• Nevada Tobacco Prevention Coalition
2021-2023
In June 2020 , the CHNA team enthusiastically kicked off the triennial assessment research by conducting surveys with the community , interviewing key leaders and aggregating health data . Seven months later , the committee had identified the four community health needs for the 2021 to 2023 cycle .
PRIORITIZED HEALTH NEEDS :
• Health Behaviors
• Immunizations and Infectious Diseases
• Behavioral Health
• Youth and Adolescent Health
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