Community Health

Community Strengths and Needs Assessment for Carroll County, Maryland, 2005

On behalf of the Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County, Inc., The Hilltop Institute (as the Center for Health Program Development and Management) conducted an assessment of community strengths and needs for Carroll County , Maryland . The assessment consisted of a review of secondary data sources, key stakeholder interviews, and a comprehensive survey of households in the county.

Strengths and Needs Assessment of Carroll County, Maryland Residents 2004:  Analysis of the Household Survey Results--Overall Community, July 2005
This report focuses on findings from the household survey.

Strengths and Needs Assessment of Children and Families in Carroll County: Key Stakeholder Report, March 10, 2005
This report focuses on findings from key stakeholders.

Child and Family Secondary Data Analysis, May 2005
This presentation summarizes the methodology for the community strengths and needs assessment. Survey findings related to the health, education, and well-being of the county's children are presented in a series of charts and graphs.

Analysis of the Maryland American Indian Health and HIV/AIDS Needs Assessment, May 2004

On behalf of the Maryland AIDS Administration, The Hilltop Institute (as the Center for Health Program Development and Management) conducted a needs assessment of the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Maryland American Indians concerning HIV/AIDS education, screening and testing, and treatment. Findings represent the views of more than 250 respondents with 37 tribal affiliations. This report provides insights on how the Maryland AIDS Administration and Maryland 's American Indians might work together to improve efforts to decrease the spread of HIV/AIDS.

Report to the Governor from the Maryland Caregivers Support Coordinating Council, October 2002

Established by the Maryland General Assembly and the Governor, the Maryland Caregivers Support Coordinating Council listens to the concerns of caregivers and facilitates the development of new resources and programs that address caregiver needs. This publication reports on Council activities, accomplishments, and future plans.