Problem: Establishing community health resources and services is one thing, but getting community members to access the services is another challenge altogether. Community health leaders and practitioners face barriers and obstacles which must be overcome to maximize the effectiveness of programming.
Consider the following scenario:
A taskforce was formed to address the increased incidence of domestic violence, generating the need for a shelter for men and their children.
Over time, this service was developed. As the community health nurse, you have been asked to facilitate community awareness of this new service. It is a sensitive issue as the location of the facility must remain hidden for the safety of the individuals being served.
Develop an original post using these prompts:
- How would you initiate community awareness?
- Include information regarding:
- Community referents.
- Interested organizations and/or departments.
- Strategies for "getting the word out."