kinship support

Kinship relationships are important because they provide children with the support they need to stay healthy and grow in a nurturing environment. A community health worker (CHW), assists caregiving families in developing stable and consistent relationships so that children in kinship care can thrive.

The CHW serves as a trusted support to the patients and families in the Dayton region by providing support, facilitating access to services, and navigating systems. They also build individual and community resiliency by increasing health knowledge, improving the quality and cultural competence of service delivery, and promoting self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, social support, and advocacy.