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A collaborative effort addressing public health issues in Isanti County based on local data, defining a vision and strategies for community well-being.
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Community Dialogue 2019 The Health of our Communities Isanti County
Community Health Needs Assessment WHAT IS IT? It is an effort to address public health problems in a community. Is based on the results of community health assessment activities and local data Is one step in a process to improve community health Is developed collaboratively It defines a vision for the community’s health It helps identify strategies to address community health concerns
Isanti County Community HealthVision and Values Vision: We commit to having a vibrant, engaged, and compassionate community in which all individuals achieve their ideal physical, mental, spiritual, social, and economic well-being. Values: Whole Person Care- Our community will promote healthy behaviors which will improve physical, mental, spiritual, social, and economic well-being of individuals. Access- Individuals will have equal access to opportunities and resources which support their ideal well-being. Compassion- We value a mindset of respect, honesty, acceptance, and a desire to serve others. Innovation- Our community will strive for generational change through engaged and visionary leaders. Shared Responsibility- Individuals will take responsibility for their well-being in a community which collaborates to provide and maintain system of community support.
Community Health Needs Assessment Demographics • Median Age 39.5 • 50.5% Male 49.5% Female 2016 American Community Survey (ACS) • 23.8% of individuals had income under 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (25.9% MN)
Community Health Needs Assessment KEY FINDINGS Isanti County 2020-2022 Top Health Issues Youth Chemical Health (Alcohol, tobacco, and e-cigarettes) Mental Health Lack of Social Connection Aging Population Childhood Trauma (ACESs) Adult Substance Use Nutrition (Access, Education, and Availability) Suicide Rates
Community Health Needs Assessment Youth Tobacco & Alcohol Use Youth Alcohol Use
Addressing Social Determinant of Health Housing Transportation Employment Food Access Healthcare Access Interpersonal Violence Education