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Community Themes and Strengths in Columbus: An Analysis of Demographics and Health Needs

This webcast from May 24, 2005, explores the demographic makeup and community strengths of Columbus, OH. The city has a diverse population, with 70% White, 26% Black, 4% Asian, and 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. The focus is on understanding the needs of the Hispanic/Latino community through surveys and focus groups across three geographic areas. Key community concerns include health care access, environmental quality, and quality of life. The discussion integrates feedback from diverse residents to highlight community assets and address significant health issues like hypertension and diabetes.

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Community Themes and Strengths in Columbus: An Analysis of Demographics and Health Needs

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  1. Community Themes and StrengthsWebcast May 24, 2005

  2. City of ColumbusPopulation Demographics • White: 70% (496,500) • Black or African American: 26% (185,200) • Asian: 4.0% (28,000) • Hispanic or Latino: 2.5% (17,500) • 33 Planning Areas • 13 Area Commissions

  3. MAPP Sub-Population Focus • Hispanic/Latino Community • 3 Geographic Areas- West, North, East • Spanish Speaking (Diverse Groups) • New Immigrants, Undocumented • North Central Area Commission • 85% Black, 12% White (8,800 pop.) • 10 Neighborhoods • Resident Interest

  4. Techniques Utilized • Latino: Focus Groups (6) • North Central: Surveys and Interviews (90) • Both: Asset Assessments (leaders)

  5. Latino Focus Groups • Spanish • 2 per Geographic Area • 3 Male; 3 Female Groups • Churches or Community Centers, Sun. Evenings • Friends • Incentives ($25 certificates)

  6. Latino Focus Group Questions • Strengths of the community? • Needs of the community? • Biggest concerns? • Which needs are most important? • Where do you go for health care? • Health information?

  7. North Central Process • Environmental Air Quality • MAPP Invitation • Expansion- Quality of Life in NC • Community Themes and Strengths • Assets and Deficits

  8. How to GuideAssets • Familiarity with your community and organizations in the community • Businesses • Community Organizations • Actions Groups • Community Resources

  9. Assets Cont. • Acquaintance with key individuals • Presidents/group leaders • Community Leaders • Recreation Centers • University • Housing Organization

  10. Themes and Strengths Surveys North Central • Community Cook Out (20) • Open Ended • Self Administered • Face to Face Interviews (70) • Pilot Tested • One on One • Closed Ended

  11. Community Assessment Interviews • MAPP Model Questions • Resident Input (many drafts) • Quality of Life, Health Care, Demographics, and Environmental Issues • Vista Americorp, University Students • Confidential • Analysis

  12. Survey Tips • Extra copy for respondent • Clearly define “Community” • Have retired and self employed as categories • Greater confidentiality for sensitive questions (alcohol use, income)

  13. Results • Latino Focus Groups • Diverse Population (Mexico, Ecuador, Bolivia, Columbia) • Health=Work • Immigration Issues • NC Community Interviews • Good to Fair Health • Fair Quality of Life • Fair Environment

  14. Results cont. • NC Major Health Issues • Hypertension (69%) • Diabetes (50%) • Heart Disease (25%)

  15. Contact Information Mike Smeltzer Columbus Health Department 240 Parsons Ave. Columbus, OH 43215 Ph: 614-645-6751 Email: mikes@columbus.gov

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