Case Studies
What is it?The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is a free, six-week interactive program that teaches patients how to set personal goals and develop skills to overcome barriers needed to successfully manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart or lung problems, high blood…
What is it?Cook with a Doc is a free class teaches parents and their children to cook four easy, kid-friendly snacks that require only four ingredients or less – sampling included. The class is co-led by a registered dietitian and a pediatrician. Who is it for?Families at all income levels in the…
What is it?In partnership with the Paramus Health Department and Gold’s Gym of Paramus, the Paramus Weight Loss Challenge (PWLC) motivates the community to lose weight and improve overall health through a goal-oriented, supportive and educational approach. The focus is on achieving a team goal so…
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What is it?Get Healthy, Live Well – spearheaded by Tanner Health System – is a community network focused on decreasing health disparities, reducing obesity rates, minimizing tobacco use, increasing physical activity and improving nutrition. Led by 24 task forces consisting of more than 550…
What is it?Shattered Dreams is a community- and school-based program that promotes responsible decision making among high school students regarding underage drinking. After a mock crash scene at a local high school, students arrive via air and ground EMS to the JPS emergency department, where they…
What is it?The World’s Largest Baby Fair, a joint effort by North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC), The Lung Association and Boone County Health Unit, is an annual event with a baby shower atmosphere. Each new or expectant mom receives a free diaper bag and educational materials regarding…
What is it?Nemaha Valley Community Hospital developed Babies Best Start to provide low-income families with much-needed supplies for their babies. Every item is donated as a result of staff outreach to community members and local businesses, including: diapers, wipes, lotion, soap, diaper rash…
What is it?The annual Mercy Community Sale involves Mercy staff and volunteers – and a significant workforce from that year’s sale beneficiary – who contribute hours of their time unloading, sorting and pricing hundreds of donated items for the giant rummage sale, and the live and silent auctions.…
What is it?Pet Peace of Mind helps preserve the relationship between patient and pet in the midst of coping with a hospice diagnosis. The program also provides no-cost daily care chores, such as walking dogs and cleaning litter boxes; financial assistance with pet food or medications; routine vet…