Wake County Community Assessment
Wake County Community Assessment is a process that helps to identify factors affecting our County, determine resources needed to address these factors and develop a plan of action to address community needs. This was done by identifying and collecting information that identifies the community’s strengths, resources and needs.
The Community Assessment report includes information about the health of our community as it is today and about the community’s ability to improve the lives of the people who live here.
To obtain a printed copy of the full report or any related questions, please call 919-250-4516.
Why Did Wake County Do A Community Assessment? All public health departments in North Carolina conduct a community assessment every 4 years. The community assessment will be sent to the State. It will be used locally to plan for programs to build on the strengths of our community and help meet the needs identified by citizens.
Who Conducted The Community Assessment?
A group of community members across Wake County representing County and local governments, schools and universities, health care, financial institutions, public safety, faith organizations, and the media conducted the Community Assessment in 2006. The group collected this information from people who live and/or work in Wake County to identify this community's resources, strengths and needs. This was done by focus groups, and by using data from the State Office of Health Statistics, Census 2000 and other sources. Information was also gathered by a survey.
Why Conduct A Survey? Survey results of citizens gave important information about our community and the people who live here that can't be found in statistics. This information was used to identify needs and build on strengths and resources in our community.
Who Do I Call If I Want To Find Out More Information? Call 250-4516.