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The Community Health & Safety Division focuses on:
- Chronic Disease Prevention: Programs like ¡Por Vida! and Mayor's Fitness Council promote nutrition and physical activity.
- Maternal & Child Health: Initiatives such as Healthy Start, SA Kids Breathe, and the San Antonio Lactation Center support prenatal care, asthma management, and breastfeeding.
- Violence Prevention: Programs like Stand Up SA! and Positive Parenting address domestic violence and trauma through education and intervention.
- Health Equity: Targeted efforts to reduce disparities in diabetes, asthma, and infant mortality across different neighborhoods.
🤝The Health Collaborative
This nonprofit acts as a community health integrator, coordinating efforts across organizations to:
- Conduct Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA).
- Develop and implement the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).
- Provide care coordination and coverage navigation for families.
- Host events like Baby Bumps & Brunch to raise awareness about Black maternal health
University Health – Community Health Programs
University Health offers extensive services including:
- Mental Health & Substance Abuse: Programs like STOP, OTRS, and New Start provide harm reduction, counseling, and recovery support.
- HIV/AIDS & Hepatitis Services: Free testing, treatment, and education through initiatives like Texas Wears Condoms and FFACTS.
- Suicide Prevention: The Zero Suicide Program integrates screening and intervention across healthcare settings.
- Financial Assistance: CareLink helps uninsured residents access affordable healthcare.
🌍 CHEST Initiative
Focused on health equity in underserved areas like South, East, and West San Antonio, CHEST:
- Addresses social determinants of health such as education and healthcare access.
- Works to improve outcomes in communities historically affected by systemic disparities.