Indiana community health workers: challenges and opportunities for workforce development

• Main Authors: Natalia M. Rodriguez (Author), Yumary Ruiz (Author), Ashley H. Meredith (Author), Carlyn Kimiecik (Author), Omolola A. Adeoye-Olatunde (Author), Lynnet Francesca Kimera (Author), Jasmine D. Gonzalvo (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background An interest in, and the need for, Community Health Workers (CHWs) in the United States is growing exponentially. CHWs possess a unique ability to relate to and build trust with communities in order to improve clinical outcomes, while building individual and community capacity. Gi...