City of Berkeley, CA
09/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/25/2024 16:21
Help shape a plan to improve community health and wellness in Berkeley
Share input about the health issues that matter most to you. Complete an online survey by October 11.
Published:
September 25, 2024
Last Updated:
September 25, 2024
Help inform a plan to create a healthier, more equitable community by filling out an online survey by October 11.
The survey from our Department of Health, Housing, & Community Services will ask about your perspective on the current state of individual and community health in Berkeley, which health issues are most important to you, and ideas for ways to address these issues.
We're looking to get input from a wide range of those who live and work in the Berkeley community for a complete understanding of the state of health across our city. While many people have health insurance and access to health care, we are looking for possible ways to improve or increase community health programs and services the City provides or facilitates.
We'll take that input to help set priorities for projects to improve health outcomes, especially for those from historically underserved areas and identities.
Please complete the survey by October 11 and share it with others.
Complete the survey online or in person by October 11
The survey will take about 15-20 minutes to complete and is available in English, Spanish, Korean, and Chinese. If you complete the survey, you can be entered to win one of ten $50 gift cards.
The survey will ask you about which health and wellbeing issues matter most to you and why, including:
- Community safety
- Environmental health
- Jobs and money
You can also get a paper copy of the survey to fill out in person at a library branch, senior center, or City Hall:
- Berkeley Central Library, 2090 Kittredge Street
- Claremont Branch, 2940 Benvenue Avenue
- North Branch, 1170 The Alameda
- Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell Street
- West Branch, 1125 University Avenue
- North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Avenue
- South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis Street
- Berkeley City Hall, 2180 Milvia Street
Please share widely among any who live or work in Berkeley. The more responses we get, the broader the set of experiences we'll capture.
Help improve health equity in our community
Your survey responses will help set priorities for health and wellness services. Where the survey shows greatest need, for example in youth mental health support or transportation for seniors, you may see new or improved services.
This effort is part of the Berkeley Wellness Blueprint Project, a multi-year effort to create a community-shaped vision and action steps to improve health and equity in Berkeley.
Recommendations from the Berkeley Wellness Blueprint Project will help the Health, Housing, and Community Services Department, and its partner organizations, better align services with community needs.
The Department offers a range of services to support a thriving Berkeley, including free vaccinations,mental health services, and senior services.
Stay informed about this project by visiting the project webpage and complete our survey by October 11.