Chronic Disease Management: Community Health Project Report

This report presents a comprehensive community health project focused on addressing chronic diseases and promoting employee wellness within an organization, referencing the World Health Organization's guidelines. The project outlines a logic model encompassing resources, activities, outputs, and both short-term and long-term outcomes. Key initiatives include establishing an onsite fitness center, implementing communication networks, and conducting promotional activities. The project addresses health stressors, incorporates electronic information systems, and fosters community collaboration. Needs assessments by Sydney Whetstone and Kendall Jennings are included, emphasizing access to resources and community strengthening. The report also provides references to relevant research, discussing the importance of resource allocation and stakeholder collaboration in managing chronic diseases within communities, particularly in Birmingham.

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Community Management and Organizations

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As suggested by World Health Organization (2016), in the current scenario, health is one of the
biggest concerns among the population. People in the community are facing the issues due to
chronic diseases which has made them to realize the fact that the issues must be acknowledged
first. As identified by Shlisky, et. al. (2017), majority of people working in organizations face the
issues due to stress and unhealthy lifestyle. As opined by Tetrick and Winslow (2015), this is the
reason why organizations are taking measures to keep their employees fit and active to
accomplish their work with the work premises and after work.
Logic Model
Resources Activities Outputs Short- & Long-term
Outcomes
In order to accomplish
our set of activities we
will need the following:
In order to address our
problem or asset we will
conduct the following
activities:
We expect that once
completed or under way
these activities will
produce the following
evidence or service
delivery:
We expect that if completed or
ongoing these activities will
lead to the following changes
in 1-3 then 4-6 years:
Opening of Onsite
Fitness Center within
the organization
 The fitness
center can be
used for mass
transit
employees
including their
families at
comparatively
affordable fee
 A trainer will be
appointed to help
the employees
The Onsite Fitness Center
will encourage employees
to remain fit and active
even after a tiring day at
work.
 Personal training
sessions can be
provided to
employees as per
their needs and
preference
 To boost the
motivation of
employees, the
organization can
The output of opening a
fitness center within the
organization premises
will be increase their
chances of staying fit and
healthy at work and after
work. Gradually there
will an increase in the
use of the fitness center
Short-term Outcomes
 Increased awareness of
fitness benefits
 More physical activity
will lead to increased
ability to accomplish a
task
 Developed interest in
health activities
 Increased problem-
solving abilities
Long-term Outcomes
 Employees will
continue to use the
fitness center for a

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do the right
exercise
conduct fitness
activities, programs
and competitions
based on the use of
fitness center
longer period
 Will encourage others
to use the fitness center
more frequently
Employee Input and
Communication
Direction
 Gaining support
from the
concerned
authorities or
departments
 Appointing a
Fitness
Committee in
place to support
the mass transit
employees
Communication Networks
 Direct email
communication
 Training sessions
on healthy living by
inviting fitness
experts or speakers
 Conducting
Workshops for
interested
employees
The output will result in
a direct communication
channel between the
employees and trainers.
There will be a mutual
accountability between
them
Short-term Outcomes
 Increase in self-
confidence among
employees
 Engaged in more
physical activities
 Increased social support
Long-term Outcomes
 Changes in Behavior of
employees
 Reduced absenteeism
 Reduction in sick time
taken
 Inculcating positive
attitude among
employees to improve
productivity and
efficiency at work
Conducting Promotional
Activities or providing
other Perquisites
 Fitness center
membership at
nominal fee
 Nominal
Promotional
 The incentives and
perks to be received
will be based on the
physical activity
competitions
 Most active and fit
people will be
awarded with
The desired output is
increased employee
engagement and
participation in wellness
programs conducted by
the Fitness committee
Short-term Outcomes
 Changes in physical
health of employees
 Decreased body weight
and blood pressure
 Minimizing cholesterol
levels
 Improved glucose levels

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efforts to attract
more employees
to join the fitness
center
recognition and
other miscellaneous
benefits
 Self-assessments
will help employees
to understand their
progress monthly
 Neutralizing body
temperature and
correcting body posture
 Reducing stress levels
 Decreased body pain
and fatigue levels
 Improved brain
functionality and sleep
quality
Long-term Outcomes
 Continued and
perceived benefits to
health with low
cholesterol levels, body
pain, improved body
posture, improved
mental health and
behavioral processes
Coordinated system for
the prevention and
management of Chronic
Diseases
Contacting with
communities and proactive
partners. Informed
individuals and families
with knowledge on healthy
living
 Prioritize the
health issues
faced by the
employees and
accordingly
suggest them
 Educating,
Counseling and
providing
information to
employees on
best health
practices on
Short-term Outcomes
 Increase community
collaboration and
identify the most
important health
stressors for employees
 Increased referral to
community programs
 Increased knowledge on
health behaviors, and
take better health
decisions
 Increased self-

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chronic diseases awareness and self-
management
 Incorporate electronic
information systems to
communicate with
employees
Long-term Outcomes
 Foster supportive
environment by
encouraging people to
live healthy and
purposeful life
 Reduce stressful
working environment
 Reduce the burden of
Chronic diseases among
employees and
communities
 Employ health care
providers to understand
the individual and
family needs
 Conduct needs
assessment with follow-
up and continued care
Post for Sydney Whetstone
Sydney’s needs assessment focuses on increasing access to clean and safe water resources and
communication between government agencies and nonprofit organizations. The short-term and
long-term outcomes provided by Sydney are supportive towards the community and will

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encourage people to raise awareness about chronic diseases. The resources are suitable for
improving the risks pertaining to chronic health issues among youths.
Post for Kendall Jennings
Kendall’s needs assessment emphasizes on strengthening the communities and promoting overall
positive health and wellbeing. The short-term and long-term outcomes provided by Kendell are
focusing towards creating a sustainable environment for people with chronic diseases,
strengthening the access of clean and safe water, and improve the availability of mental health
services.

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Reference List
Shlisky, J., Bloom, D.E., Beaudreault, A.R., Tucker, K.L., Keller, H.H., Freund-Levi, Y.,
Fielding, R.A., Cheng, F.W., Jensen, G.L., Wu, D. and Meydani, S.N., 2017. Nutritional
considerations for healthy aging and reduction in age-related chronic disease. Advances in
Nutrition, 8(1), p.17.
Tetrick, L.E. and Winslow, C.J., 2015. Workplace stress management interventions and health
promotion. Annu. Rev. Organ. Psychol. Organ. Behav., 2(1), pp.583-603.
World Health Organization, 2016. World health statistics 2016: monitoring health for the SDGs
sustainable development goals. World Health Organization.