Think of a CHA as a deep dive into your community’s health. This systematic process is all about collecting and analyzing data to understand where your community stands in terms of health and what priorities matter most. Our goal is to create a clear picture of health in your area and pinpoint key challenges to improving health outcomes.

A CHIP is all about creating a brighter, healthier future for your community. It’s a long-term, strategic plan crafted collaboratively by public health agencies, healthcare organizations, and community stakeholders. The primary aim is to address the health priorities identified in your Community Health Assessment (CHA) and improve overall community health by setting clear objectives, strategies, and action steps to tackle key challenges.

A Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is an essential tool that empowers healthcare organizations and community groups to truly understand their community's health needs. Through this collaborative process, we gather valuable insights about health status, challenges, and available resources specific to your population. Our aim is to equip you with the information necessary to develop effective strategies for improvement.

A Community Health Profile is a comprehensive report that provides an overview of the health status, demographics, and key health indicators of a specific community. Developed with secondary data sources, it helps identify health trends, issues, and disparities within a population, guiding public health interventions, policies, and resource allocation.

Food safety is a critical aspect of public health, encompassing practices designed to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure safe consumption at every stage—from production to serving. By implementing proper food safety measures, communities can reduce contamination, spoilage, and the spread of diseases, safeguarding individuals and fostering trust in food systems.

SHA has administered/managed over $15 million of State and Federal grant funds and assisted organizations with the responsible stewardship of funding. We work with organization management to determine specific deliverables related to the funding as necessary to complete an application

A Health Department Audit systematically evaluates the operations, programs, finances, and compliance of a health department to ensure efficiency and adherence to laws, standards, and best practices.

A Health Impact Assessment (HIA) evaluates the potential health effects of a proposed policy, program, or project before implementation. Its goal is to maximize positive health outcomes and minimize negative impacts, particularly on disproportionately affected populations, by considering social, environmental, and economic factors.

At SHA, we are committed to supporting communities in achieving healthier lives through customized health promotion programs. Our mission is to design initiatives that address the unique needs of your community, combining evidence-based strategies with local insights to create meaningful and sustainable change.

Infection control encompasses practices and measures designed to prevent and manage the spread of infectious diseases in healthcare settings and communities. Its primary goal is to minimize the transmission of pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, thereby safeguarding public health.

Institutional sanitation refers to the systems and practices used to maintain hygiene and health standards in institutions like schools, hospitals, prisons, and government buildings. Its goal is to prevent disease, ensure a safe environment, and promote the well-being of individuals.

Meeting facilitation is the process of guiding and managing a meeting to ensure it is productive, efficient, and achieves its objectives. The facilitator's role is to help the group navigate the meeting process, encourage participation, manage discussions, and ensure that decisions are made effectively.

Performance Management is a systematic approach aimed at improving the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of public health services and programs. This process involves setting performance standards, measuring outcomes, analyzing data, and making informed decisions to enhance public health outcomes.

Prepare your public health team for a successful accreditation journey with our comprehensive PHAB Mock Site Visit. This interactive, two (2) half-day event simulates the rigorous Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) site visit process, offering invaluable insight into the requirements, standards, and performance expectations necessary to achieve PHAB accreditation.

We'll guide you through the comprehensive PHAB accreditation process, evaluating your department's governance, workforce, community engagement, and service delivery. Together, we'll gather the necessary evidence to demonstrate your capacity to meet essential public health standards.

Prepare your organization for real-world emergencies with our customized Public Health Emergency Preparedness Exercises. These hands-on, scenario-based exercises are designed to enhance the response capacity of public health agencies, healthcare systems, and community partners, ensuring that your team is fully equipped to handle a variety of public health crises.

In today's uncertain world, comprehensive emergency preparedness planning is crucial to safeguarding your community. Our expert team provides tailored solutions to help public health agencies, hospitals, and local governments develop and enhance their emergency response strategies.

A Quality Improvement (QI) Plan is a formal strategy to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of a public health department. It outlines goals and methods for improving service quality and community health outcomes.

At SHA, we’re excited to collaborate with you on your Strategic Plan! Our process is designed to be your roadmap for the next 3-5 years, guiding your organization or public health department's mission, goals, and actions. We can help you effectively allocate resources, tackle pressing public health challenges, and ultimately improve health outcomes for your community.

A Workforce Development Plan is all about collaborating to build a skilled team that can effectively meet your goals. We’ll address current and future staffing needs with a focus on recruitment, training, retention, and professional development.