Case Studies
What is it?HeartWell is an innovative health improvement initiative to decrease the incidence of cardiovascular disease, one individual at a time. A team of registered nurses conducts health screenings, one-on-one risk factor modification counseling, chronic disease support groups and community…
What is it?Established in 2007, Dame Tu Mano (DTM) Hispanic Latino Outreach provides population-based health education and promotion messages. Through their dedicated phone line, DTM staff also provide education, referral, resource information and a compassionate ear and kindred spirit to the…
What is it?St. Luke’s Health System financed the construction of a new walking and running track at Star Elementary School, which is available for use by the entire community. To help encourage track use, St. Luke’s provides a health coach on a part-time basis to help develop a run/walk program and…
What is it?Lighten Up Nashua is a free, online weight-loss program for the community designed to motivate individuals and teams to focus their energy on achieving a healthy lifestyle. Participants register online and log their weight and fitness activities each week. They also can access…
What is it?Boo on the Flu is an annual drive-through clinic that has provided free flu shots every October for the past 20 years. Shots are administered in a local park on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants can stay in their cars for convenient vaccinations. The health system partners…
What is it?Fit and Fall Proof (FFP) is a fall-prevention program for older adults in Idaho. The free program uses specific exercises to help participants increase their muscle strength, balance, mobility and flexibility. Local volunteer leaders are trained to teach classes in their communities. One…
What is it?In spring 2014, staff from the hospital’s Department of Family Medicine helped build a community garden at the Elizabeth Baldwin Elementary School to help students and their families learn about healthy eating. The garden is made possible by $7,000 in grant funding from Lowe’s Home…
What is it?Healthy Schools Healthy Families contributes to the long-term health of children by employing a nurse who on each school’s health team to educate children, parents and school staff. Topics covered include hygiene, anger management, medication safety and healthy eating, as well as…
What is it?Through the Lake Region Takes Root project, Lake Region Healthcare and community partners have established a community garden on a 1.5-acre lot. The garden grows fruits and vegetables for families who have difficulty accessing healthy foods. It also educates the community about nutrient-…
What is it?Appalachian Community Transitions (ACTion) is a community-based care-transitions collaborative that serves rural southwest Virginia in partnership with the Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens. Using a patient empowerment model, trained professionals coach patients and caregivers on…