WICOMICO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT REQUESTS INPUT ON 2015 COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY

Publishers Notes: Please consider filling out this survey. It will go a very long way to better our communities. 

(Salisbury, MD) Approximately every five years since 1995, the Wicomico County Health Department has worked collaboratively with Worcester and Somerset Counties to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) with input from county residents on what the most important public health issues are here in Wicomico County.

In order to direct Wicomico County’s Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC) planning process for the next 5 years, the community is also invited to participate in a local community health needs assessment survey. The survey is accessible by visiting the following link: http://www.wicomicohealth.org/CHA

“The community health survey is an excellent opportunity for residents to be a part of helping to improve the public health of Wicomico County. I encourage everyone to reflect on the public health issues of Wicomico County, think about where improvements are needed, and let your voice be heard,” said Lori Brewster, Health Officer for Wicomico County. “Input will assist in driving our community health improvement plan for the next five years, and a solid representation of our community’s opinion is critical” said Brewster.

The survey has been extended through February 2016. Residents who are unable to complete the survey online may contact Tammy Griffin at (410) 219-7480 orTammy.Griffin@maryland.gov.