Behavior Health Needs Assessment : Local Data : Data & Resources : South Heartland District Health Department

Behavior Health Needs Assessment 2019-2022

A Behavioral Health Network of collaborative partners was formed in 2019 by SHDHD as part of the strategies of the HRSA grant funded in 2019. The mission of the South Heartland Rural Behavioral Health Network is to develop a sustainable mental health services network for empowering, educating, referring, and increasing access to care for all members of our communities in Adams, Clay, Nuckolls, and Webster counties. Below are the results of the assessment that was conducted.

Data was updated in 2022

Local Data

Community Health Improvement

The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is developed from the Community Health Needs Assessment. Priority objectives are developed to address determined priority areas of need. Collaborative work groups (1) evaluate data and trends to (2) develop goals and strategies to (3) implement interventions.

To view South Heartland District's CHIP progress, click here.

How Healthy Are We?

Local Health Data from the South Heartland District Health Department provides health information for residents of Adams, Clay, Nuckolls, and Webster counties. Three survey reports provide information on health behaviors, chronic health conditions, and the use of preventive services. Click here for more information

Vaccination Program

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program helps immunize children whose parents or guardians cannot afford it. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of receiving recommended immunizations on time. Vaccines available through the VFC Program are those recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). These vaccines protect babies, young children, and teens from 16 diseases.