Public and Community Health Resource Library
We believe all people deserve to live full, healthy lives. That’s why we tap into 40+ years of experience and expertise to develop top-notch resources to help health centers, health and hospital systems, community-based organizations and others advance their goals, missions and commitment to community health and well-being.
In addition to sharing tried-and-true initiatives from our community health work, MHP Salud partners with recognized experts in health care, researches the latest data and evidence-based practices, and offers guidance for implementing strategies in your community.
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Implementing Support Strategies for Community Health Workers to Support Older Adults and Their Caregivers
This article highlights practical ways Community Health Workers can support healthy aging by connecting older adults and their caregivers to resources, routines, and everyday strategies that improve wellbeing and quality of life.
CHWs and Mental Health First Aid
Agricultural workers face intense pressures, stress, financial instability, isolation, and natural disasters, contributing to suicide rates far above the national average. Yet stigma often keeps them from seeking help. CHWs are crucial in recognizing early signs of distress and offering supportive, culturally informed responses. With the right tools, like Mental Health First Aid, CHWs can help prevent crises and guide individuals toward safety and recovery.
Program Design, General Topics
What a Dinámica Experience!
Building relationships is fundamental to effective engagement. Dinamicas – intentional exercises based upon key Popular Education principles – help create opportunities for participants to share, listen, and connect with others in a supportive space.
Bridge Communities to Care through Dinámicas
Health is personal. For some, talking about such a sensitive topic can be intimidating – unless there's trust. Unless there's a connection. But how do you create that connection during outreach efforts? Try a dinamica.
Workforce Development Resources, General Topics
Implementing Support Strategies and Practices for the Community Health Workforce
Long days and high caseloads can place CHWs at distinct risk for compassion fatigue and burnout—two workplace realities that can erode health, motivation, and the joy of service. As a CHW, it is important to recognize these challenges, not just for your own well-being, but because the healthier you are, the more sustainable your impact can be. This article offers a practical roadmap to help CHWs keep their “cups".
Workforce Development Resources, Program Design, General Topics
Utilizing AI Tools to Amplify Community Health Workers (CHW’s) Impact within Health Centers: A 2-Week Starter Plan
Each October, National Health Education Week reminds us that accessible, clear health information is not just nice to have — it's essential. For CHWs in Health Centers, who serve as trusted bridges between health systems and the public, making health information understandable is part of the job every single day.
Workforce Development Resources
Strengthening the Health Center Promotor(a) Program Workforce: Building Foundations for Success
March 10, 2026 | 3:00 pm ET
Feb 24, 2026 & Mar 10, 2026 | 3:00 PM ET
Discover practical strategies to strengthen and sustain your Community Health Worker (CHW) workforce in this four-part training series.
Health Center Preparedness & Response Forum Series
May 13, 2026 | 2:00 pm ET
March 11 & May 13th, 2026 | 2:00 PM ET
As new emergency events impact health centers, staff need to build their competence, skills, and knowledge on emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.
Improving Colorectal Cancer Screening and Support Small Group Training Series
March 26, 2026, April 9, 2026 & April 23, 2026 | 3:00 pm ET
March 12, March 26, April 9, & April 23, 2026
In this Small Group Training Series, participants will learn practical strategies for guiding individuals and families in agricultural worker communities through the cancer care journey, using case studies, navigation tools, and resource demonstrations to support person-directed, holistic care.
Treating More than the Disease: Whole Person Approaches to Managing Chronic Conditions
March 18, 2026, March 25, 2026, April 1, 2026 & April 8, 2026 | 2:00 pm ET
Mar 18, 2026, Mar 25, 2026, Apr 1, 2026, Apr 8, 2026 | 2:00 PM ET
In this 4-part learning series, you will explore promising practices health centers are using to improve chronic disease prevention, treatment, and management, with case studies on health literacy, co-occurring conditions, patient experience, and food as medicine.
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