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Ayanna Wells1, Robin McClave1, Elizabeth W Cotter2
1Department of Health Studies, College of Arts and Sciences, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20016, USA.
Abstract:
This article describes capacity building and formative assessments completed at five faith-based organizations (FBOs) in Washington, DC to inform sustainable health promotion programming led by certified health ministers. Five FBO partners were recruited with two congregation members from each FBO completing a health minister certificate program. A series of health assessments were conducted to assess each FBO's capacity to implement evidence-based lifestyle change programs that are responsive to congregation members' health needs. Results indicated a need for programming to support older adults in managing high blood pressure and arthritis. Health ministers represent a significant opportunity for building capacity within FBOs to deliver programming that can improve health outcomes.
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