Community Health
Building Healthier Communities Together
At Chesprocott Health District, our Community Health Division works to improve the health and well-being of residents in Cheshire, Prospect, and Wolcott. Through education, prevention programs, partnerships, and outreach, we connect individuals and families with the resources they need to live healthier lives. Our programs focus on preventing disease, promoting healthy lifestyles, improving access to care, and addressing the health needs identified by our community.
Our Community Health team works collaboratively with local organizations, schools, healthcare providers, businesses, and residents to:
- Promote healthy lifestyles and disease prevention
- Provide health education and community outreach
- Coordinate vaccination and wellness clinics
- Connect residents with health and social services
- Conduct community health assessments
- Develop and implement Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIPs)
- Address health inequities and barriers to care
- Respond to emerging public health concerns
Public Health Nursing
Our Community Health Nursing team plays a vital role in protecting and improving the health of residents throughout Cheshire, Prospect, and Wolcott. The team coordinates and provides a variety of public health services, including seasonal influenza vaccination clinics, childhood immunization programs, blood pressure screenings, vaccine education, and community health outreach.
In partnership with the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH), our nurses monitor, investigate, and respond to reports of communicable diseases. By reviewing disease trends and conducting case investigations, they help identify potential public health concerns, implement prevention strategies, and reduce the risk of disease outbreaks.
The nursing team also provides education and resources to residents, healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to promote disease prevention and healthy behaviors. Their work supports early detection, timely intervention, and coordinated public health responses that protect our communities.
Diseases monitored and investigated include:
- Tick-borne diseases (including Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis, and Babesiosis)
- Influenza and other respiratory illnesses
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Foodborne and waterborne illnesses
- Vaccine-preventable diseases
- Other reportable communicable diseases as required by the Connecticut Department of Public Health
Vector-borne and Zoonotic Diseases
Vector-borne and zoonotic diseases are caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites that are transmitted to humans from animals or insects. Some diseases that originate in animals must be transmitted through a “vector” ( e.g.,mosquito, tick) in order to infect a human.
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Community Health Assessment (CHA)
Once the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) data has been analyzed, the findings are shared with community members and stakeholders. Through community engagement and collaboration, priority health needs are identified based on the greatest needs and opportunities for impact. Chesprocott Health District then develops and implements targeted outreach, education, and prevention initiatives through the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) to address these priorities.
2023–2024 Community Health Priorities
- Mental Health & Addiction
- Obesity
- Healthy Eating & Physical Activity
- Oral Health
Click here to view the 2022-23 Chesprocott Community Health Needs Assessment.
Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP)
The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is a community-driven roadmap for improving health across the Chesprocott Health District. Developed from the findings of the Community Health Assessment (CHA), the CHIP identifies priority health issues and outlines goals, strategies, and partnerships to address them. Together with community partners, the CHIP guides coordinated efforts to improve health outcomes and enhance the quality of life for all residents of Cheshire, Prospect, and Wolcott.