This study explores the challenges and support systems for community health workers (CHWs) serving Latinx families in metro Atlanta, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through interviews, CHWs identified barriers and strategies to address clients' needs. The study highlights the importance of removing structural barriers, prioritizing cultural assets, and implementing … [Read more...] about “””Nos apoyamos mutuamente””: Strategies to supporting community health workers addressing the emergency and chronic needs of Latinx families”
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“Too Many Jobs and Not Enough Hands”: Immigrant and Refugee Community Health Workers at the Frontlines of the COVID-19 Pandemic
This study investigated the challenges faced by refugee and immigrant community health workers (riCHWs), who play a crucial role in supporting community health. The findings revealed that riCHWs are at risk of burnout due to limited recognition and heavy workloads. The study used a narrative approach to explore the stressors, coping mechanisms, and resources of riCHWs, along … [Read more...] about “Too Many Jobs and Not Enough Hands”: Immigrant and Refugee Community Health Workers at the Frontlines of the COVID-19 Pandemic
