This assignment is due on Saturday January 20, 2013 at 6am EST, it is very important to use APA format throughout this entire assignment and the similarity scores cannot be more than 15%. Were require you must include an abstract, title page , page number, and a reference list all formatted in APA. And it is important that you clearly present the report in different sections as the questions and below underlining each section as you give the responses to avoid confusing .

COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT (100 Points Total)
Provide a report based on the outline below. At least 8 pages excluding title and references page.

The following categories are grouped according to community systems, and will be the focus of this community assessment. Much of the data will be found through computer databases, windshield survey and talking with key informants in the community if possible . Cite or reference each source of data collected.

SECTION ONE: Impacts of Health and Social Services (Section is worth 20 Points)

  1. Location and History of Community or population chosen ( i.e., when did the parish program or clinic or homeless shelter start and who started it?)
  2. Determine what geographical area your Community Assessment should consider. It should be census track (very small) or zip code level OR (large) at the county, and city levels. Just be sure to be able to collect enough data to complete the template for your chosen community.
  3. Vital and Demographic Statistics of the Community in General
  4. Population density
  5. Population; composition ( gender, age, and race distribution and ethnic origin )
  6. Population characteristics ( marital status and family types )
  7. Mortality characteristics ( infant & maternal mortality rates, leading cause of death )
  8. Morbidity characteristics ( incidence and prevalence rates of specific diseases )
  9. Values, Beliefs, and Religious Practices – demonstrate a good understanding of the underlying beliefs and values of the population chosen.
  10. Health & Social Services - if possible collect data on services, resources, characteristics of users, statistics or persons served, and adequacy, accessibility and acceptability of facility according to users and providers, eligibility for use.
  11. Hospitals
  12. Private Care Providers, Population Practices, and Specialty Clinics
  13. Public Health Agencies
  14. Home Health Agencies
  15. Long-term, Extended-Care, and Continuing-Care Facilities
  16. Special Services for Specific Populations
  17. Pharmacies
  18. Social Service Facilities
  19. Mental Health Services
  20. Health Education

SECTION TWO: Impacts of Economics and Physical Environment (20 Points)

You may want to start by describing the community and whether it is predominately residential, commercial, or combination. Include a windshield survey of the area. What kind of feel do you have for this community? Describe the community and include the following physical elements.

  1. Physical Elements (Windshield Survey of the Community)
  2. Natural resources including geography, climate, terrain
  3. Housing and zoning
  4. Open spaces and parks
  5. Boundaries- may also want to use a map, including major roads
  6. Commons or hangouts
  7. Shopping areas for meeting basic needs
  8. Churches or places of worship
  9. Environmental inspection report – describe the physical layout of the chosen agency or organization. What is the water report for the community? What hazardous materials are within the community?
  10. Economics
  11. Financial Characteristics of Households
  12. Business/Industries
  13. Labor Force (employment status, occupations)
  14. Major banks, Savings & Loans, Credit Unions

SECTION THREE: Impacts of Safety and Transportation on Community Health(20 points)

  1. Safety & Transportation
  2. Fire and Police Protection
  3. Sanitation which includes water sources and treatment, solid waste
  4. Air Quality
  5. Private and Public Transportation
  6. Roads
  7. Air &/or Rail Service

SECTION FOUR: Impacts of Politics and Government on Community Health (20 Points)

  1. Politics & Government
  2. Type of government
  3. Elected Officials, terms, office location, house, availability
  4. Community Leaders
  5. Politically Active Community Organizations

OPTIONAL CONTENT AREAS: To include throughout Sections 1 through 4 above.

  1. Communication
  2. Formal-newspapers, radio, television, postal service, telephone
  3. Informal - sources, dissemination
  4. Education
  5. Education Status
  6. Educational sources - public and private schools and day care facilities, libraries, home schooled
  7. Educational Services for Specific Populations
  8. Programs for Special Populations
  9. Recreation
  10. Public & Private Facilities
  11. Entertainment and Cultural Events - museums, symphony, ballet, theater
  12. Recreations/ Leisure Activities
  13. Programs for Special Populations