Comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment

2026-11-03

Phase 1 – Project Planning & Partnership Engagement • Establish a multi - sector advisory group including representatives from local government , service - area hospitals , business , education , housing , law enforcement , healthcare providers , community - based organizations , underserved populations , and Tribal partners where applicable . • Develop a detailed work plan with CNHD leadership . • Ensure inclusion of at least two populations at higher health risk or with poorer health outcomes in alignment with PHAB requirements . Phase 2 – Data Collection & Analysis • Collect quantitative and qualitative primary data from diverse population groups , using surveys , focus groups , key informant interviews , community forums , and / or other appropriate methods . • Gather and analyze secondary data from public health , hospital , state , Tribal , and federal sources , including demographic , socioeconomic , morbidity , mortality , and behavioral risk data . • Identify health disparities and inequities by population group and geography , incorporating social determinants of health . • Map community assets and resources . Phase 3 – Collaborative Assessment Development • Facilitate regular meetings with the advisory group to review data , identify health priorities , and discuss assets and resources . • Use a recognized CHNA framework ( e . g ., MAPP , NACCHO Toolkit , ACHI Toolkit , County Health Rankings Action Center ) or a clearly defined custom methodology consistent with PHAB guidance .

Nevada

2026-05-01