Walworth County Health and Human Services Division of Public Health, in collaboration with Aurora Lakeland Medical Center and Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center–Walworth, is conducting a survey to hear more about what it is like to live, learn, work, and play in Walworth County.

The survey is a part of the Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) process. “We conduct this assessment every three years, as it helps us understand what community members in Walworth County need to
live healthier, happier, more connected lives. Participating in the survey gives individuals the opportunity to make their voices heard, and is an important part of this process,” says Walworth County Public Health Officer Erica Bergstrom.

The Community Health Improvement Plan theme, Connecting Communities, emphasizes our collective ability to impact our community’s health and well-being through community partnerships and voice. “We now know that health is more than just
physical health, and is greatly impacted by socioeconomic factors, access to transportation, housing, environment, and much more,” says Bergstrom. “The assessment and improvement process address health across all factors that may influence our community’s well-being.”

Survey results will be used to identify needs, set goals, and work with community partners to improve the health and well-being of all who call Walworth County home. Focus groups will also be conducted with area organizations and community members
to learn more about the needs of Walworth County residents.

The Community Health Survey is available in English and Spanish until September 5. It’s voluntary, anonymous, and takes less than 15 minutes to complete. Take the survey at https://bit.ly/WalCoCHA.