The bilingual Community health Worker is a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of the community and has a thorough understanding of the community being served.

She serves as a link between health and social service programs and the community to promote access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery.

• Free non-biased information and assistance on Green County resources and services.
• Help those living with Chronic Health Conditions.
• System Navigation to build confidence in interacting with Health Providers.
• Provide Care Transitions Intervention to those that have been admitted to the hospital in the last 60 days.
• Medication Review; help you feel confident managing your medications and get the most out of your visits with your provider.
• CHW’s walk alongside, and provide support and advocacy
• https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/dph/community-health-workers.htm
• Community Health Worker brochure for Green County

Cristy Alvarado | (608)219-9955 | cristy.alvarado@gwaar.org