The data for this report was collected from surveys of Lorain County youth and adults and reported along with health information from national, state, and local data sources. The unique design of this CHA permits an examination of the diverse aspects of Lorain County by analyzing the data and reporting the health status by urban, suburban and rural community types. The results of Lorain County’s CHA and the public’s input will provide valuable information that will be used for planning purposes to begin building a Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). After reviewing the data using the below links, please take our community survey so that we can include your thoughts as a part of this process.

For additional information on the Lorain County Community Health Assessment project contact CHA@loraincountyhealth.com or call (440) 322-6367.

Documents

Lorain County Community Health Assessment Report Obtain the full 2011 Lorain County Community Health Assessment Report.

Health Status Report Obtain the Lorain County Community College Public Services Institute (PSI) Health Status Report summary comparing multiple sources of Lorain County data to the 2011 Lorain County Community Health Assessment.

Community Health Assessment Community Event Sessions PowerPoint Obtain the PowerPoint presentation shared at the Fall 2012 Community Health Assessment Community events.

Community Survey - Thank you for your input! The Lorain County General Health District, in collaboration with the Lorain County Health Partners, is putting currently analyzing comments obtained through presentations to community groups in the Fall of 2012. The development of the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) will take place in 2013 and we look forward to sharking updates regarding the strategic planning process. Check back here for the most up-to-date information.

This report would not exist without the financial support and collaborative assistance of our local community organizations. Special thanks are given to the Hospital Council of Northwest Ohio for guiding the community health assessment process.