Every six years, counties across New York State are required to complete a Community Health Assessment (CHA) and a Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). As part of this important effort, community engagement is not only encouraged, it is essential.
Over the past year, the Erie County Office of Health Equity (ECOHE), in partnership with Catholic Health, Kaleida Health, and ECMC, conducted two surveys—one with community members and another with health care providers—to identify the most pressing health concerns in our region. To complement these surveys, we also held interviews and focus groups with several community groups and health care providers. These conversations offered valuable insights into lived experiences and community-specific challenges.
CHIP Partner Meeting (7/23/25)
The 7/23/2025 Partner meeting has concluded. If you were unable to attend, you can view a recording of the meeting here. (Password: 2025Chip).
You can also view the meeting deck here, view the meeting transcript here, and view the meeting chat here.
CHIP Partner Meeting (8/13/25)
The 8/13/2025 Partner meeting has concluded. If you were unable to attend, you can view a recording of the meeting here. (Password: Chip2025).
You can also view the meeting deck here and view the meeting transcript here.
Explore the results of the CHA surveys on these dashboards (on Tableau Public):
Demographics of Erie County CHA Survey Respondents
Top 10 Community Factors and Top 10 Health Conditions - Filterable by Demographics
Erie County CHA Survey Results: Health Status and Access to Care
Erie County Community partners are encouraged to review the CHA Survey Quick Facts