Poder Es Salud/ Power for Health: an Application of the Community Health Worker Model in Portland, Oregon
Author: Farquhar, S.A.
Date Published: 2005
This short report discusses the implementation and results of community health workers in Oregon. Community health workers usually result in positive outcomes because they allow the Black and Latino communities in the US a space to voice community health concerns. There are also strengths, or "social capital" within each community that can serve to make stronger community ties.
Date Published: 2005
This short report discusses the implementation and results of community health workers in Oregon. Community health workers usually result in positive outcomes because they allow the Black and Latino communities in the US a space to voice community health concerns. There are also strengths, or "social capital" within each community that can serve to make stronger community ties.
