Week 7 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a community health organisation?
A
An organisation working in any health related field
2
Q
What are the sources of funding for community health organisations?
A
- The commonwealth
- The state
- Philanthropic grants
- Donations
- Fundraising
3
Q
Who do community health organisations serve?
A
- communities of place
- communities of interest
4
Q
What are service provisions?
A
-provide direct services
5
Q
What are the roles of community health organisations?
A
- Support
- Advocacy
- Education and awareness
- Research
6
Q
What role does volunteering play in health?
A
- strengthen community connectedness
- gives people meaning and purpose
7
Q
What are some of the issues faced by community health organisations?
A
- funding
- increased demand
- staff retention
- networking
8
Q
Why do doctors need to know about community health organisations?
A
- as the organisations may provide services the doctor/hospital can’t.
- they may have more expertise in the area/topic
- may be able to provide crisis support
