1191: Community Health Workers: Building a Sustainable Workforce

Community health workers (CHWs) help bridge the gap between the health care system and the everyday realities of the people it serves. They connect patients to care and community resources, support chronic disease management, and help people navigate barriers such as transportation, provider shortages, and limited broadband access. In recognition of National Community Health Workers Week, ASTHO’s Ashley Cram explains how states are supporting this essential workforce through training, supervision, career pathways, and sustainable funding.How States Leverage Policy to Build Up Community Health Workers | ASTHOCommunity Health Worker Certification by Jurisdiction | ASTHORethinking Efficiency in Public Health | AJPH | Vol. 116 Issue 9