Community Health Workers Making a Difference in Our Communities

Community Health Worker Impact

A shared journey can make world better

Community health workers conduct needs assessments, engage in collaboration, and evaluate programs to empower communities and address health disparities.

Community Impact Assessment

We take into account drivers of health, cultural competence, and community assets while advocating for better health outcomes.

Health Services

Public health services can provide a range of resources to support community health workers assistance to carry out their work effectively.

Community Events

From health services, surveys, provision of necessities, and food drives, we partner with other organizations to provide support.
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Our Community Health Workers have dedicated their efforts “with, by, and for” the community for decades. Our initiatives address the social and structural determinants of health by sustainably amplifying the wisdom and strengths of the community. UNETE provides person-centered and resiliency-informed services tailored to meet the holistic needs of WNC individuals and families.

The CHW model is giving UNETE an opportunity to formalize many decades of service, creativity, and knowledge. UNETE will continue strengthening the resilience of our community at large and promoting equity with MANOS, FAROS, De Mujer a Mujer NC, and collaborating with agencies and organizations seeking mutual support and strong collaborations.

As one of our main public health initiatives, UNETE embraces the Community Health Worker (CHW) model as one of the best tools to promote equity. Our team is partnering with other local organizations to develop the next generation of trusted multicultural and multilingual frontline CHWs who center and strive to collectively achieve the highest attainable standard of health for everyone.

By being the bridge between social services and the individual/community, our CHWs build capacity for self-efficacy, foster synergistic connections, and provide education as well as socio-emotional support. The CHWs understand and celebrate the diversity of NC identities because they are deeply rooted in the communities they serve.

  • CHWs help individuals connect with community resources for safe housing, culturally competent healthcare, and financial assistance.
  • CHWs leverage NCCARE 360, the nation’s first statewide technology platform uniting traditional healthcare settings and organizations, to address non-medical drivers such as food, housing, transportation, employment, and interpersonal safety.
  • CHWs provide vaccine education and outreach to historically marginalized communities and individuals to ensure access to information needed to make informed decisions about getting the vaccine.
  • CHWs support individuals in accessing vaccines, including registration, setting appointments, and providing 2nd dose reminders. They partner with community organizations that support vaccine events and help ensure equity in the delivery of vaccines.
  • CHWs work in coordination with local health departments (LHDs) and contact tracers to identify and connect with individuals who require assistance.
  • CHWs provide education and outreach in hard-to-reach communities about COVID-19 and related health issues. They provide information about prevention and sources of support during exposure and treatment.