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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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Chronic Disease

Improving Colorectal Cancer Screening and Support Small Group Training Series

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.

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Chronic Disease

Treating More than the Disease: Whole Person Approaches to Managing Chronic Conditions

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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Dinamicas E-Book

An e-book with culturally appropriate strategies and activities for Community Health Workers (CHWs) to promote engagement with Migrant Seasonal Agricultural Worker (MSAW) communities and other vulnerable populations.

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Chronic Disease

Bridging the Gap in Comprehending Diabetes Management

This resource guide for health centers is designed to enhance the dissemination of information on chronic disease and diabetes management. It will explore strategies to provide Community Health Workers (CHWs) & Health Center Staff with resources and engagement techniques to ensure proper access to care. 

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Workforce Development Resources

Workforce Development and Community Health Worker Retention

It is important to learn about the dynamics of CHW programs within health centers to understand factors impacting the development and retention of the CHW workforce. Throughout this document, you will learn about specific health centers' experiences in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, providing professional development, and retaining CHWs. Lastly, this report will detail how CHWs have contributed to positive outcomes and success within their health centers and patients.

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Return on Investment

Use of Return on Investment Analysis on Community Health Worker Programs

CHWs represent a link between members of the community and existing healthcare resources. Despite mounting evidence of the positive impacts these programs can have, national data is lacking in relation to their financial outcomes. One possible method to further evaluate and understand these programs’ economic impact is a return on investment (ROI) analysis, which calculates the total benefit derived from each dollar invested in a program.

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Workforce Development Resources, Program Design

Reporting of Community Health Workers in the Uniform Data System

The goal of this tool is to provide resources that will help health centers: Explore common CHW titles and roles; identify staff performing duties that may align with the CHW profession; assess CHW knowledge, skills, and abilities by using the CHW Core Competencies checklist; review CHW training opportunities; access a list of UDS resources developed by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA); access a list of CHW clinical integration resources.

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Workforce Development Resources, Program Design

Community Health Worker Clinical Integration Toolkit

The purpose of this toolkit is to illustrate different strategies for incorporating CHWs within Care Teams. Additionally, it will provide real-life case studies from various health entities throughout the nation to support the success of the implementation of these strategies.

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Mental Health Resources

Recommendations for Mental Health Support, with a Special Focus on Agricultural Workers

Despite the importance of mental health, it is an area of healthcare that is most often ignored by those affected due to stigmatization and/or lack of available options for treatment. This report will provide an overall landscape of mental health in the United States and delve into specific issues faced by agricultural workers.

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Mental Health Resources

Self-Care for Farmworkers: Advice from your Community Health Worker

Farmworkers may be facing certain barriers to self-care due to unique challenges related to living and working conditions. These can include stressful working conditions, physical illness, limited English language skills, and living in a remote location. However, self-care can help you improve overall mental health.