AI Article Synopsis
- The role of community health workers (CHWs) is increasingly recognized in patient care legislation, highlighting their importance in healthcare delivery.
- A successful CHW program requires a well-structured system to ensure sustainability and effectiveness.
- The Massachusetts General Hospital Chelsea HealthCare Center showcases a unique CHW model that supports patients, providers, the community, and CHW staff, promoting a collaborative approach to healthcare.
Article Abstract
With current trends in legislation around the delivery of patient care, the role of a community health worker (CHW) is gaining growing and much deserved attention. However, a system needs to be built for any CHW program to be successful and sustainable. This article describes a unique approach to community health work at the Massachusetts General Hospital Chelsea HealthCare Center where a well-integrated CHW model provides support for everyone involved in patient care: patients, providers, the community at large, and the internal CHW staff.
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