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9/2/2013 II. Purpose: Why conduct Community Health Needs Assessment? ? ? ? ? To determine health-related trends and issues of the community. To understand/evaluate health delivery programs in place. To develop strategies to address unmet health needs. To meet Federal requirements – both local hospital & Health Departments. Future System of CARE Sg2 Acuity Community-Based Care Acute Care Hospital II. Review CHNA Definition A Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is a systematic collection, assembly, analysis, and dissemination of information about the health of the community. CHNA’s role is to identify factors that affect the health of a population and determine the availability of resources to adequately address those factors. Community Health Needs Assessment Joint Process: NE Regional CHNA Steering Committee Ambulatory Procedure Center IP Rehab Health Dept/ Pharmacy Physician Clinics SNF Urgent Care Center Home Wellness and Fitness Center Diagnostic/ Imaging Center Recovery & Rehab Care OP Rehab Home Care Hospice IP = inpatient; SNF = skilled nursing facility; OP = outpatient. 3 23