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Community Health Assessment (CHA) & Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP)

About the CHA and CHIP

The Erie County Community Health Assessment (CHA) uses public health data, community surveys and focus groups to identify the health needs and issues of the county.  

The Erie County Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is the long-term effort to address some of the public health problems that are identified through the CHA process and activities.

Together, the CHA and CHIP summarize the information about the county’s current health status, needs, and issues and then plan where resources should be used to best meet the community’s needs.

The CHA and CHIP can be used as resources for health care providers, policy makers, social service agencies, community groups/organizations, religious institutions, educational institutions, businesses, and residents who are interested in working toward improving the health status of Erie County and the overall quality of life of its residents. It is the intent of the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) and its community partners that the information presented in this report is a useful community resource and a catalyst for new ideas and effective collaborations, interventions, and campaigns. 

Take the 2024 Community Health Assessment Survey

Answer questions about your experiences in Erie County and your health concerns. The information collected in this survey will help develop programs and policies intended to improve the health of your community. After completing the survey you will be invited to enter a raffle to win a $100 Tops gift card.

This survey is available in Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, English, Spanish, and Swahili using the links below. For paper copies, large print, or assistance submitting your survey, email healthequity@erie.gov or call (716) 858-2152. You can also call (716) 858-2152 to complete the survey over the phone.

Complete the 2024 Community Health Survey Online

Download a PDF of the 2024 Community Health Survey

Mail completed surveys to: Erie County Office of Health Equity, 95 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY, 14202. 

Help Us Reach More People

You can help Erie County receive more responses to the 2024 Community Health Assessment. Download a flyer and hang it in a public location.

Partners

This Community Health Assessment is brought to you by:

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